Senior Linux Engineer - Active DoD Secret Clearance

Macpower Digital Assets Edge LLC

Colorado Springs, CO

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Ansible, ArcSight, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, CentOS, CompTIA Security+, Computer Security, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), DoD Secret Clearance, Docker, Documentation, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, K Virtual Machine (KVM), Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, On Call, Performance Analysis, PerlScript Scripting Language, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Analysis, Security Auditing, Security Clearance, Software Engineering, Software Patches, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Testing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), VMWare, Virtualization

LOCATION

Colorado Springs, CO

POSTED

30+ days ago

Overview: We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) at Schriever AFB in Colorado Springs, CO. Must be a Colorado Springs resident. Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance. Must have 14+ years of IT experience, including 6+ years of Linux server management. Must hold current Security+ CE and Linux certifications. Responsibilities: Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (Red Hat, CentOS) in physical and virtual environments (VMware, RHV, Azure). Apply security hardening based on DISA STIGs, NIST, and DoD policies. Perform patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation. Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize configurations. Create and maintain documentation, SOPs, and diagrams. Configure and maintain cybersecurity tools such as ArcSight, Elastic, ACAS, and Trellix EPP. Troubleshoot technical and integration issues with security tools. Develop scripts and automation using Bash, Python, or Ansible. Collaborate with security analysts on incident investigations. Support security audits and ensure DoD compliance. Develop and enforce security policies and procedures. Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers. Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support. Required Qualifications: 14+ years of IT experience (reduced with advanced degree). 6+ years of Linux server management experience. Experience with system hardening and Linux security best practices. Hands-on experience with Ansible or Puppet. Experience with VMware, KVM, or RHV virtualization. Willingness to work during after-hours maintenance windows. Current IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE). Current Linux certification (RHCSA, RHCE, or LPIC). Ability to maintain a restricted badge and work on-site 4+ days per week. Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ArcSight, Elastic, ACAS, or Trellix EPP. Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL. Experience with Docker or Kubernetes. Proficiency in Bash, Python, or Perl scripting. Familiarity with MDA or BMDS programs.

Senior Linux Engineer - Active DoD Secret Clearance

Macpower Digital Assets Edge LLC

Colorado Springs, CO

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