Full-Time

Field Operations Engineer-Linux Systems Administrator

Posted on 4/13/2024

Two Six Technologies

501-1,000 employees

Develops products for national security-focused sectors

Data & Analytics

Cybersecurity

AI & Machine Learning

Aerospace

Senior

Arlington, VA, USA

Required Skills

Bash

Python

Puppet

Atlassian

Git

Operating Systems

JIRA

Ansible

Confluence

Linux/Unix

Requirements

Active US Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI and poly
Minimum 5 years of experience configuring, designing, administrating, and maintaining Linux (Redhat and/or Centos) servers or workstations
Experience with virtualization environments such as VMWare ESXi, and vCenter server
Demonstrated experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible and/or Puppet
Minimum of 5 years experience with standard development tools including Git, Gitlab, and/or Github, Atlassian Jira, and Confluence
Understanding of modern software languages and command line interface
Command of scripting languages such as Python and Bash
Must be willing to travel to CONUS & OCONUS work sites 50% of the time

Responsibilities

Provide daily operational support for Linux operating systems (RedHat, CentOS, and Ubuntu) and applications.
Maintain the integrity and security of systems by monitoring security feeds and dashboards in support of Continuous Monitoring activities.
Monitor application and operating system performance; analyze, document, and remediate incidents.
Help develop and maintain standards and procedures for applications across a complex computing infrastructure.
Leverage scripting and system automation tools.
Interact with developers and evaluate vendor products to assist their needs.
Review incidents to understand the root causes and ensure the implementation of proper fixes.

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is looking for a Field Operations Engineer experienced in Linux systems administration. The role involves managing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux-based architectures to support a software development contract with over 100 developers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining operating systems, providing application support, integration, design, and assisting with additional duties as needed to support the team at various CONUS and OCONUS work sites. If you have experience building, documenting, and providing tier-3 engineering support, the team would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities Include:

Provide daily operational support for Linux operating systems (RedHat, CentOS, and Ubuntu) and applications.
Maintain the integrity and security of systems by monitoring security feeds and dashboards in support of Continuous Monitoring activities.
Monitor application and operating system performance; analyze, document, and remediate incidents.
Help develop and maintain standards and procedures for applications across a complex computing infrastructure.
Leverage scripting and system automation tools.
Interact with developers and evaluate vendor products to assist their needs.
Review incidents to understand the root causes and ensure the implementation of proper fixes.

Minimum Qualifications

Active US Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI and poly
Minimum 5 years of experience configuring, designing, administrating, and maintaining Linux (Redhat and/or Centos) servers or workstations
Experience with virtualization environments such as VMWare ESXi, and vCenter server
Demonstrated experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible and/or Puppet
Minimum of 5 years experience with standard development tools including Git, Gitlab, and/or Github, Atlassian Jira, and Confluence
Understanding of modern software languages and command line interface
Command of scripting languages such as Python and Bash
Must be willing to travel to CONUS & OCONUS work sites 50% of the time

Nice if you Have:

Linux System Administrator Certification
Certifications relating to IT Security (CISSP, GIAC, Security+)
Host clustering experience with High Availability, Distributed Resource Scheduler, and replication
Knowledge of network engineering fundamentals and network design
Experience with building and maintaining environments running in Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Active Top Secret security Clearance or higher to TS/SCI and poly

Clearance Requirement:

Active US Security clearance of Top Secret level and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI and poly

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Two Six Technologies develops and deploys innovative products for national security customers, specializing in cyber, information operations, data science, electronic systems, mobility, and user experience. Their technologies include platforms for CBRN detection, comprehensive security, cyberwarfare, and data collection for addressing urgent human security issues.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$40.2M

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 13%

1 year growth

↑ 33%

2 year growth

↑ 82%