New

Linux Engineer

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Ridgecrest
Sep 09, 2025
Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Linux Engineer to support the ELSYS Task Order under the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). 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. 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.) Skills linux red hat, Linux, Red hat, Ansible, Scripting, Linux administration, Rhel, Automation, Cloud 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. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ridgecrest,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.