Systems Engineer (Top Secret/SCI with agreement to obtain CI Pol with Security Clearance
About the role
North Point Technology is looking to hire a Systems Engineer with Linux system administration experience to support cloud and on-premise systems within a mission operations environment in Chantilly, Virginia. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph post-hire. The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience with installation, configuration, administration, support, and maintenance of mission-critical systems in both cloud and on-premise environments, contributing to the operation and sustainment of a geospatial intelligence solution supporting government end users.
Responsibilities
- Take a leadership role in system changes and improvements, working directly with government and contractor points of contact to troubleshoot issues and proactively recommend configuration changes to improve system performance
- Regularly collaborate with stakeholders to maintain system security compliance
- Author and update operational and security documentation including troubleshooting guides and standard operating procedures
- Support day-to-day sustainment of mission-critical infrastructure
Required Skills & Experience
- Linux system administration, including provisioning end users
- Managing and configuring Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
- Building, optimizing, and maintaining multi-node environments that run parallel workloads
- Linux cluster administration using Slurm and MPI to support High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems
- Reviewing STIG/IAVA scan results and remediating identified vulnerabilities
- Performing Virtual Machine backups and snapshots
- Supporting Information System Contingency Plan (ISCP) exercises in coordination with Security teams
- Scripting for administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and automation
- Knowledge of systems architecture, software development, and software sustainment practices
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Red Hat certification(s)
- Linux certification(s)
- Agile certification(s)
- Administration of team collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
- Experience with NGA networking environments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent additional experience
- Active TS/SCI clearance required; must be willing to obtain and maintain a CI Polygraph post-hire
- DoD 8570 compliant certification (Security+ or equivalent/higher)
Benefits
North Point Technology offers excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. The company focuses on long-term projects leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions, with a close-knit and open atmosphere where owners are directly available to team members.