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Linux Systems Engineer

TS/SCI Clearance is required

Herndon, VA - ONSITE

ALTA ITS is seeking a Linux Systems Engineer (Tier ll) to work for a government contractor in the Herndon, VA area. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills to the table and learn new skills.

This position is a part of a US-based operations team backed by expert international developers and application engineers. You will be directly involved in systems planning, installation, commissioning, site surveys, and troubleshooting for custom solutions serving the US national security community and allies. Illuminate provides analytic and cyber solutions enabling critical decisions from vast data sources. We seek a talented, customer-facing professional to provide technical guidance on key projects locally and in the field, working independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain various technical equipment, including server components and software, manage virtual servers.

• Supervise & perform troubleshooting of hardware and software issues, running diagnostics, documenting problems, prioritizing resolutions, and assessing risk.

• Assist with the OEM level design and development of internal solutions to meet customer requirements.

• Design, test, and implement process and systems automation capabilities to improve overall operational effectiveness and performance.

Core Qualifications:

• Active or current TS/SCI

• Ability to support short-term international travel.

• 3-5 years of Linux / Unix system administration experience.

• 2+ years of direct experience in either or all systems design & architecture, integration & testing, data analysis, and capability development.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, or related field (or relevant experience as substitute).

• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and solving problems in complex systems environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of mobile telecom network architectures and related hardware, software, and protocols.

• Experience working directly with development team to resolve software and hardware problems and applying software and hardware patches.

• Strong knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, NAT, routing and switching.

• Experience with analyzing logs, stack traces, debug libraries, software/hardware.

• Possesses an understanding of Python, Bash, SQL databases.

• Create installation guides and as-built documentation.

• Experience with Linux firewall and VPN configuration

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.