Applied Fundamentals
Linux Systems Engineer
Applied Fundamentals, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Overview:
Applied Fundamentals Consulting
(AFC) and its subsidiaries provide relevant, discreet, and customized training, risk management, technical support and products to the U.S. Government and private sector operating in the federal market.Our Vision
Our Vision is to be the premier training, operational, and support company within the Federal Government and Commercial Sector. Clients and strategic partners see us as integral to their success. We anticipate their needs and deliver on every commitment we make.
Successful candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and hold and maintain an active United States Secret Clearance. Top Secret is preferredWe are currently seeking a Linux Systems Engineer to support our Headquarters located in Herndon, VA.Responsibilities:Assisting in building and implementing new networks and application services to satisfy business needDocument and maintain network architectureContribute to ongoing policies and procedures defined to maintain and improve the network environmentsMonitor, protect, and tune network traffic using standard logging and management toolsEnsure staff equipment (i.e. laptops and workstations) are patched and performantEnsure printers, scanners, and other network infrastructure is accessible to staffConduct regular compliance audits to ensure network assets are patched and maintainedEnsure the availability for applications that require network connectivityProvide expertise in multiple operating systems (Linux/MacOS/Windows/VMWare)
Qualifications:Required:Must have at least an active Secret clearanceCompetence on Linux command line (2+ year). Familiarity with basic Linux commands, troubleshooting tools, and network administration configurationsExperience (2+ years) in network administration including design, maintenance, monitoring, and upgradingCompetent experience (2+ years) in virtualization technologies (VLAN configuration, vCenter, etc)Ability to work independently, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn and improveAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical staffMust be willing to report to office location (Herndon, VA) daily to start, can negotiate hybrid schedule after first 6 weeksPreferred:Bachelor's of Science in IT-related field of study5 years of previous working experience as a Linux administratorCompetent in Shell, Perl, and/or Python scriptingSolid knowledge of protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SSH, SNMP, etc.Familiarity with VMWareSecurity+ certificationFamiliarity with DevOps tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Salt, Gitlab)Familiarity with SECRET and TS enclave networking requirementsCybersecurity expertise, including adversarial awareness and common IT Security requirementsActive TOP SECRET/SCI clearance preferredOur benefits
401(k) match of 6% with immediate vestingHighly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLegal Resources PlanVacation, Personal and Sick Leave (not combined as Paid Time Off)11 Federal HolidaysLife Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability coverage paid for by the companyWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.
Applied Fundamentals Consulting
(AFC) and its subsidiaries provide relevant, discreet, and customized training, risk management, technical support and products to the U.S. Government and private sector operating in the federal market.Our Vision
Our Vision is to be the premier training, operational, and support company within the Federal Government and Commercial Sector. Clients and strategic partners see us as integral to their success. We anticipate their needs and deliver on every commitment we make.
Successful candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and hold and maintain an active United States Secret Clearance. Top Secret is preferredWe are currently seeking a Linux Systems Engineer to support our Headquarters located in Herndon, VA.Responsibilities:Assisting in building and implementing new networks and application services to satisfy business needDocument and maintain network architectureContribute to ongoing policies and procedures defined to maintain and improve the network environmentsMonitor, protect, and tune network traffic using standard logging and management toolsEnsure staff equipment (i.e. laptops and workstations) are patched and performantEnsure printers, scanners, and other network infrastructure is accessible to staffConduct regular compliance audits to ensure network assets are patched and maintainedEnsure the availability for applications that require network connectivityProvide expertise in multiple operating systems (Linux/MacOS/Windows/VMWare)
Qualifications:Required:Must have at least an active Secret clearanceCompetence on Linux command line (2+ year). Familiarity with basic Linux commands, troubleshooting tools, and network administration configurationsExperience (2+ years) in network administration including design, maintenance, monitoring, and upgradingCompetent experience (2+ years) in virtualization technologies (VLAN configuration, vCenter, etc)Ability to work independently, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn and improveAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical staffMust be willing to report to office location (Herndon, VA) daily to start, can negotiate hybrid schedule after first 6 weeksPreferred:Bachelor's of Science in IT-related field of study5 years of previous working experience as a Linux administratorCompetent in Shell, Perl, and/or Python scriptingSolid knowledge of protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SSH, SNMP, etc.Familiarity with VMWareSecurity+ certificationFamiliarity with DevOps tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Salt, Gitlab)Familiarity with SECRET and TS enclave networking requirementsCybersecurity expertise, including adversarial awareness and common IT Security requirementsActive TOP SECRET/SCI clearance preferredOur benefits
401(k) match of 6% with immediate vestingHighly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLegal Resources PlanVacation, Personal and Sick Leave (not combined as Paid Time Off)11 Federal HolidaysLife Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability coverage paid for by the companyWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.