Linux Engineer with Security Clearance

Top Skills' Details: Extensive hands-on experience with RHEL 8 in secure, DoD-compliant environments. Strong background in Linux system administration, automation, and cybersecurity. Ansible automation experience Secondary Skills - Nice to Haves Automation Cloud Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Linux Engineer to support the ELSYS Task Order. This role is embedded within the TGS team and is instrumental in supporting the IT and Cyber Security Division at the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) in China Lake. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments and a strong understanding of secure, mission-critical systems in DoD settings. The role includes: Linux Systems Engineering & Integration: - Build, configure, and maintain RHEL 8 systems in support of enterprise and lab environments. - Integrate and manage Ansible for automation of system deployment and configuration. - Configure and maintain network-attached storage (NAS) solutions such as NFS and SMB. - Integrate RHEL systems into Windows domains for centralized system management. - Perform system upgrades from older RHEL versions, ensuring compatibility with engineering applications. - Apply system hardening techniques and ensure compliance with STIGs and cybersecurity policies. - Patch and manage RHEL/Linux repositories to maintain system security and compliance. - Install, configure, and troubleshoot engineering and mission-critical software on RHEL systems. - Deploy and manage Splunk Enterprise across various labs. (Nice to have, not a hard requirement.) Additional Skills & Qualifications: Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain secure configurations in accordance with DoD cybersecurity standards. Support audit readiness by maintaining documentation and compliance artifacts. Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel to ensure systems meet RMF and STIG requirements. Collaboration & Support: Work closely with existing System Administrators to assess current infrastructure and identify modernization opportunities. Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Support stakeholder engagement by translating mission needs into technical solutions. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive hands-on experience with RHEL 8 in secure, DoD-compliant environments. Strong background in Linux system administration, automation, and cybersecurity. Familiarity with NAWCWD or similar DoD environments is highly desirable. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven, fast-paced setting. Active security clearance required. Employee Value Proposition (EVP) Long term opportunity to support a lot of work at China Lake. They have a ton of lab that need updating so they will be working on projects upgrading all of their labs. Work Environment Working on or at a Navy base Why is the position open(provide details) They have acquired funding to add on one more team member with more coming. External Communities Job Description We are hiring a Linux Engineer to support our customer at China Lake, working with the IT and Cyber Security Division at NAWCWD. The role involves consultants having a strong background in Linux Engineering with RHEL 7-9 systems, applying STIGs, managing user access, and ensuring system security. The engineer will also collaborate with the other engineers to pass of responsibilities. All consultants must have an active Secret or Top Secret Clearance to be considered for this role. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Location: China Lake, California, US

Posted Date: 10/13/2025