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Linux systems engineer
$85,000 - 195,000
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)
Johns Hopkins Road 11100, Laurel
$85,000 - 195,000
Requirements
Must:
- A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience managing Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu).
- Proficiency in scripting or automating processes with Bash, Python, or similar languages.
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude towards preventing outages, enhancing performance, and ensuring the security and reliability of systems.
- Exceptional troubleshooting abilities with a determination to identify root causes of issues.
- Interest in crafting secure, well-engineered systems, including familiarity with compliance and security standards such as DFARS, FIPS, and STIGs.
- A collaborative mindset with effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Eligibility to obtain a Secret level security clearance, including U.S. citizenship.
Responsibilities
- Construct, set up, and maintain Linux systems that support secure research and operational initiatives across the Laboratory.
- Diagnose intricate system and application challenges, cooperating with team members, researchers, and vendors to develop robust solutions.
- Ensure system health through regular patching, monitoring, performance tuning, and analytical problem-solving.
- Contribute to the Linux Administration Team by developing automation, refining documentation, and exchanging ideas that shape long-term architecture.
- Engage in defining the security, automation, and scalability of Linux at APL—your insights and curiosity will be highly valued.
Description
At APL, we are proud to be recognized by Computerworld as one of the Top Places to Work in IT for six consecutive years. We are seeking a Linux Systems Engineer who is eager to expand their knowledge, enjoys hands-on work with Linux, and is enthusiastic about open-source technologies. In this role, you will directly support our outstanding research community. Our Linux systems are fundamental to APLs critical national security and research initiatives. From your first day, you will be entrusted with ownership and growth opportunities as you help define how Linux is automated, secured, and scaled across our enterprise. We foster a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere where you can express your true self, grow professionally, and form valuable connections with inspiring colleagues. Our generous benefits include a robust education assistance program, unmatched retirement contributions, and a healthy work-life balance, all situated within the Baltimore-Washington metro area.
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