Unix/linux System Engineer

Leidos UK

Base: $87,100.00 - $157,450.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Not specified
Unix linux server administration
Server imaging and provisioning tools
Patching and hardening procedures
Leidos UK is seeking a mid-level Unix/Linux System Engineer to manage and maintain UNIX/Linux server infrastructures, ensuring operational reliability and security compliance. The role requires experience in server administration, patching, and automated deployments in both physical and virtual environments

Job Summary

  • This role provides day-to-day administration of UNIX/Linux server infrastructure supporting SEC ISS contract and HALSI/HPC service environments.
  • The engineer is responsible for maintaining secure, stable server operations including imaging, patching, hardening, and automated deployment activities.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a SEC Public Trust clearance and are restricted to U.S. citizens only.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Leidos UK is seeking a mid-level Unix/Linux System Engineer to manage and maintain UNIX/Linux server infrastructures, ensuring operational reliability and security compliance. The role requires experience in server administration, patching, and automated deployments in both physical and virtual environments.

Salary

Base: $87,100.00 - $157,450.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UNIX Linux server administration
  • Server imaging and provisioning tools
  • Patching and hardening procedures
  • Virtualized infrastructure environments
  • Incident troubleshooting and escalation

Nice-to-have

  • Configuration management automation tools
  • Federal IT security compliance experience
  • High performance computing environment support
  • Scripting-based deployment methods

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years UNIX/Linux system administration
  • SEC Public Trust clearance eligibility
  • U.S. citizenship required (no dual citizenship)
  • RHCSA certification within 180 days

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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