Linux Systems Engineer

Job Description
This is a 100% in office position.
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We are currently seeking a Linux Systems Engineer, who would be responsible for maintaining up to date patching of all the office's Linux servers. Interfacing with end users to administer accounts (new set ups and trouble shoot existing); working with other members of the infrastructure team to ensure minimized down time. Implementing baseline changes and responding to change request; performing technical evaluations, analysis, and troubleshooting for all supported servers. Building servers by providing technical configuration, setup, installation services, hardware and coordination of application projects; and operating and maintaining servers. You should be familiar with open source development and protocols.
* Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Candidate must currently possess an active DoD secret clearance
• Candidate must have the ability to qualify for a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• A combination of the following: Linux+, RHCE, RHCSA, LPIC- 1: Linux Administrator, LPIC- 2: Linux Engineer or LPIC- 3: Linux Enterprise Professional Certification
• Ability to use verbal and written communication skills to present information to a diverse population (technical and non-technical).
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Knowledge of existing server technologies including principles and methods used in obtaining maximum utilization of server technologies.
• Knowledge of multiple specialties such as operating systems, email or database platforms, storage technologies, or hardware support, including knowledge of operating systems.
• Knowledge of Communications and Information Security policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to arrange things or actions in an order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules.
• Experience with update services such as Yum (RHEL flavor)
• Experience with scripting using bash scripts and programming using Ansible
• Demonstrated experience working on remote Systems via use of command line
• Demonstrated experience configuring Linux firewall/routing/networking
• Hands on experience integrating Linux servers in Active Directory (or using LDAP/Kerberose)
• Experience installing and configuring basic services including httpd/Apache, ftpd

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Hold an active a Top Secret/SCI security clearance + Polygraph
• Willingness to learn Windows Systems Administration on a cross-function Agile Team
• Ability to provide innovative solutions for routine issues and tasks
• Working knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Knowledge of theory and practice underlying satellite and LAN/WAN network operations
• Experience automating OS install processes (using kick start configuration files, preceding configuration files or similar)
• Scripting experience using Perl, Python or similar advanced scripting languages
• Willingness to learn and implement Scrum framework, Lean principles, Agile engineering and DevOps

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.