Linux System Architect

Cedent - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Senior

Alexandria, VA

About the position

The Linux System Architect will leverage expertise in Linux Operating Systems and Virtualization Technologies to design, implement, and maintain secure environments for software development teams. This role involves managing both physical and virtualized Linux systems, ensuring compliance with security standards, and collaborating with development labs to provide critical resources.

Responsibilities

• Administrate and maintain both physical and virtualized Linux systems.
• Design, implement, administrate, and maintain on-premise VMWare 7 cluster and Azure Government hosting environment.
• Create standard images for Red Hat Enterprise and Ubuntu LTS Linux or utilize existing images in a VMWare or Azure Government virtual environment.
• Promote hardware standards to run the aforementioned distributions.
• Design and implement a Linux patch management system using Apt, Yum, Red Hat Satellite, and Landscape.
• Configure Linux systems to receive patches from designated repositories.
• Implement and use Ansible, Tower, and/or AWX for configuration management and ensure CMMC level 3 security compliance.
• Coordinate and collaborate with software development labs to provide mission-critical resources and assist with security compliance efforts.
• Develop and maintain formal documentation and policies related to the technologies used.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of minimum experience with Linux systems and virtualization technologies.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Familiarity with VMWare 6.x and/or 7 and Azure Virtual Hosting Environments.
• Ability to install, configure, administer, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.x/8.x and Ubuntu LTS 16.04/18.04/20.04.
• Knowledge of NIST, STIG, and/or CMMC compliance levels and standards.
• Experience with Active Directory and Multifactor (DUO) Authentication.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to be part of a great culture and an awesome team.
• Challenging work environment with opportunities for growth.