Linux Engineer - Secret Clearance

Company: Zachary Piper Solutions
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an accomplished Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator to provide expertise in managing and optimizing assets for our federal client's critical operations. As a Red Hat Enterprise Linux Admin, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the RHEL infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the RHEL environment.Clearance: SecretLocation: Annapolis JunctionThis job opens for applications on 04/20/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting dateResponsibilities of the Linux Engineer:

• Manage and support RHEL-based server infrastructure, encompassing installation, configuration, and patch management
• Perform system administration tasks for RHEL 7.x/8.x, including setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance
• Monitor and analyze system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability
• Execute system backup and recovery operations to ensure data protection and high availability
• Assess and recommend hardware and software solutions to address business needs and improve the RHEL server environmentQualifications of the Linux Engineer:
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • 7+ years of experience working as a system admin on Linux or Red Hat systems is required; related experience is acceptable.
  • This is an on-site position at a government facility.
  • Requires presence on-site five days per week in AnnapolisCompensation of the Linux Engineer:
    • Total compensation based on experience level - $80,000-120,000 - Long-term Contract
    • Full Benefits: PTO, Sick leave as required by law, 11 Paid Holidays, Cigna Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with ADP
    • Long-term, W2 contract
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