Linux Systems Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for an experienced candidate in the area of Linux Engineering/Networking.  The successful candidate will serve as an IT technology integrator and developer that utilizes Linux hardware, virtual and cloud-based infrastructures, containerization and hardware provisioning of small form factor PCs for in-house quick reaction efforts. The candidate will work closely with the customer and other team members to continually evolve and integrate best practices to infrastructure provisioning, monitoring and deployment. The candidate will leverage a deep understanding of various operating systems, Linux networking protocols, and security practices in order to deliver complex and unique solutions to enable mission. Applicants are expected to already have a basic understanding of Linux, Linux networking technologies, Linux routing, and a willingness and ability to troubleshoot problems.

Qualifications

• Must currently have a TS/SCI and Poly
• BS degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or demonstrated equivalent experience
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines, evolving priorities, and the potential to conduct operational support in adverse working environments
• Knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals (e.g. OSI model and IP subnetting basics) and Linux routing to include firewall, NAT and policy-based routing
• Experience using Linux, including command line
• Experience implementing and deploying infrastructure end-to-end infrastructure and systems from scratch. Candidates will have in-depth expertise in Linux, Linux networking and routing protocols, logging and troubleshooting
• Experience troubleshooting technical problems related to networking and virtualization technologies
• Familiarization with virtualization and containerization techniques and technologies
• Working knowledge of network routing (Layers 2 and 3), network security appliances, VPNs and encryption fundamentals (e.g. OpenVPN, Wireguard, OpenSSL, asymmetric cryptography)
• Ability to independently research innovative solutions in-house to address unique requirements
• Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g. Bash, Python, JavaScript) to enable automation
• Experience creating bootable system images
• Willingness to complete a short take-home assignment as part of the interview process

Desired Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Linux and/or UNIX file systems, permissions, feature sets, configurations
• Experience with a variety of single board computers
• Experience working with cloud-based architectures (e.g. Amazon EC2, Microsoft Azure, etc)

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.