Classified Linux Automation Engineer

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Classified Linux Automation Engineer to perform task based and project based work.

• You will receive tasks from a variety of sources to include Email, IM, phone, ticketing systems and in person.
• You will self-identify projects and also receive them from the customers.
• You will perform server administration, software installs and configuration, hardware installs and configuration, software troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• You will work directly with RedHat Satellite. We use various methods to record work done (ticketing system, SharePoint, etc..)
• Candidate will need the ability to partner with other IT teams such as corporate cyber security, firewall and proxy teams.
• You will work directly with vendors to solve complex hardware and software issues.
• All work will need to be performed onsite due to the nature of this work.

• BS/BA in CS or IT related field and two (2) years of IT experience.
• In lieu of a degree, an additional 6 years of experience is applicable.
• U.S. Citizenship is required per contract.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DOE Q Clearance.
• Must live in the Albuquerque area and work onsite due to the nature of the work.
• Linux Server System Administration & UNIX experience at least 2 years
• RHEL system administration experience.
• Familiarity with computer network protocols and network management technologies
• Skill utilizing software diagnostic tools and the ability to conduct appropriate troubleshooting processes and conduct appropriate upgrades
• Ability to define systems requirements based on user/client needs, cost, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms.
• Ability to define technical standards and functionality tests, and to develop specifications, prototypes, or initial user guides.
• Experience in customer service, good with communication skills with customers, vendors, and database administrators

Desired:

• Prior working experience with Department of Energy or Department of Defense infrastructure
• RHEL Satellite administration experience
• STIGS implementation experience
• Ability to research, assemble, and evaluate information or data regarding industry practices or applicable regulatory changes and recommend sound, practical solutions to complex issues.
• Automation platforms such as Ansible, VmWare, Python at least 1-3 years
• Experience leading and implementing large technical solutions
• RHCE/CCNA
• Experience in Bash, PowerShell, or other scripting language for automating System Admin tasks or troubleshooting existing processes
• Experience with container technology, such as Kubernetes, RKE, Docker, etc.
• Virtualization, servers, storage, and networking equipment experience
• ESXI experience

About Us: 

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2024.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.