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E01 Sr. Linux Engineer_FC

Start Date: Immediate

Our client is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) delivering exceptional strategy and technology integration services to the U.S. Federal Government. We support several Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agencies across the CONUS.

OVERVIEW

Full-time/Permanent Employee

Location: (Hybrid Remote) in Chantilly, VA

EXPANSIA is looking for a Sr. Linux Engineer to support our customer to provide a common set of required EIT services across 187 bases to implement a consistent, high-quality experience for users across all mission environments and enable USAF to transition focus from network operations to mission operations.

The proposed salary range for this position is $137,000 – $186,500. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility EXPANSIA allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide analysis, design, development, and integration of hardware, software, human-machine interfaces, and all system level requirements and functional objectives to provide an integrated EIT solution while considering the limitations imposed by practicality, regulation, safety, and cost. Develops integrated system test requirement, strategies, devices, and systems. Ensures highest level of Cybersecurity while balancing user needs. Initiates (does not wait for others) to identify key areas of improvement relating to anything Systems related.
Install new software releases, system upgrades, evaluating and installing patches and resolve software related problems. Perform system backups and recovery. Maintain data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data and security integrity.
Possesses and applies expertise across key tasks and high impact assignments. Plans and leads major assignments. Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. Functions as an expert across multiple project assignments. May supervise, mentor or task lead others.
Flexibility and adaptability are ways of life here on the EITaaS team, so if you are comfortable breaking out of the mold and have a passion for learning new technologies, while applying your existing experience, then this position may be exactly what you are looking for.
Although this is a high-pace environment, be assured you’d be joining a high-tech people-oriented team and overall community that’s just as flexible as we’re hoping you to be.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Years of Experience: 10 years of relevant experience required.
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Security+ CE Certification (or other IAT Level II or III Certification) 
10 years’ cumulative experience with systems administration in Linux environments (RHCE equivalence) or Windows Server environments (MS Security Engineer/Solution Architect equivalence)
Hands-on experience installing, configuring, securing, integrating, upgrading and troubleshooting SE Linux/CentOS (prefer some hands-on experience with AlmaLinux or Rocky Linux too) – preferably in VM environments
Experience with ADFS (Active Directory Federation Services) Integration  
Experience with Azure Cloud Computing (Experience with ServiceNow, DevOps, Azure Boards, Azure Pipelines and Azure Repos are a major plus)  
Hands-on experience working with CIL and/or M4 macros to develop new custom security policies for Linux; developing custom modules in SE Linux; and developing custom Ansible playbooks and roles from the ground up
Experience with securing systems by following STIGs, best practices, and government/compliance requirements (such as NIST 800-53, NIST 800-27, NIST 800-137, FISMA, FEDRAMP), and negotiating/working-with IA personnel to arrive at sensible and effective solutions
Experience with customer interactions, including presenting, answering questions, proactively resolving issues 
Cumulative experience with leading team efforts - understanding needs of individuals not just tasks

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience integrating/understanding multi-factor authentication (MFA, 2MFA) 
Experience with installing/configuring/troubleshooting Security tools (i.e., Windows, Azure, Linux) beyond default settings meeting highest level government standards relating to data, applications, OS, networking, infrastructure, etc. 
Experience with VMWare (implementing, managing, configuring) 
Experience with understanding IT Security concepts and implementations
Experience with enhance data protection and compliance (such as OpenSSL, Keystores, Azure Key Vault, Cyphers)
Experience with log management, network firewalls, and testing. (Being able to track down the root cause of a service/application failure through the use of logs and CLI-based tools (Log-based Analysis, not just guessing))
Experience with STIG hardening and participating in audit reviews relating to it 
Experience with researching, analyzing, documenting and presenting Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) for key product solutions
Experience creating and analyzing PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, JAVA based, YAML and/or Python scripts – basically you need to know how to connect things for automation needs
Experience with Agile/Kanban, Git/GitHub
Experience integrating, securing, and understanding the following Microsoft platform services (both in Windows OS and in Azure Cloud):  Active Directory Domain Services (ADDS), Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS), Windows AD-integrated PKI, Single Sign On (SSO) implementation
Some experience with any or all of these products or technologies:  MS SQL, Red Hat Satellite, Nagios, McAfee ePO, Tanium, IPSEC, ForeScout, CyberArk, Layer7 PAM, SailPoint, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Splunk, AMQP (RabbitMQ), Nessus suit, Swimlane, Qualys, SCCM, BigFix, MDM solutions, JIRA (again, nice to have, not required) 
Relevant Technical and/or Security Certifications (e.g., Network +, Security+, Microsoft, AWS, Azure, VMware, CISSP, CCNA, CCDA, CCNA-Security, etc.). *May be asked to obtain upon starting 
Familiarity with common cybersecurity tools is greatly desired.  Our mission to support the US Air Force in their cybersecurity needs, inclusive of identifying and preventing culprits from accessing systems/data that they shouldn’t is a high priority focus for our team

EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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What You Should Know About E01 Sr. Linux Engineer_FC, EXPANSIA

Are you an experienced Sr. Linux Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity with a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business? Look no further than EXPANSIA in Chantilly, VA! We’re searching for someone who is ready to step into a hybrid remote role and contribute to critical services for the U.S. Federal Government, particularly the Department of Defense. In this position, you'll play a key role in providing top-notch enterprise IT services across 187 bases, enhancing user experiences, and supporting the USAF as they shift focus towards mission operations. With a competitive salary range of $137,000 to $186,500 dependent on experience and qualifications, we also prioritize work-life balance through our flexible work arrangements. You'll be responsible for everything from analyzing and designing integrated solutions to ensuring the highest level of cybersecurity while enhancing operational efficiency. Your hands-on experience in managing Linux systems, especially SE Linux and CentOS, will be vital as you install new software, perform system upgrades, and lead major assignments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about learning and applying new technologies, then we want you on our diverse, tech-savvy team! Apply now and take the next step in your career with EXPANSIA, where your talents and enthusiasm will foster a culture of innovation and support.

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What are the responsibilities of a Sr. Linux Engineer at EXPANSIA?

As a Sr. Linux Engineer at EXPANSIA, your responsibilities will include analyzing, designing, and developing integrated hardware and software solutions to optimize user experiences across various environments. You'll perform system upgrades, maintain security integrity, and initiate improvements within system operations while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity regulations.