Description:This role is for a Classified Linux IT Systems Engineer with a focus on supporting Linux, Kubernetes, containers, and High Performance Computing (HPC) clusters.
Candidates are not expected to have all the desired skills but should be passionate in learning many of the skills listed.
• System administration of heterogeneous networks using Linux integrated into Windows Server Active Directory Domains
• Manage operating system cyber compliance, upgrades, and patching
• Perform guidance and management for hardware, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance on multiple architectures
• Ensure the integrity and availability of applications as well as coordinate new application installations, upgrades, and customer support in classified areas.
• Responsible for implementing effective backup/recovery, resource accounting, and auditing procedures.
• Gathers system security design requirements with stakeholders and develops architecture.
• Implements security designs in hardware, software, data, and procedures.
• Full-time onsite role, working the majority of the day in closed areas
Basic Qualifications:• Active Secret Clearance
• Ability to maintain a security clearance, and customers' acceptance
• Must possess or be able to obtain within 6 months of start date a valid IAT Level II or III DoD Approved 8140 (DoD 8570) certification such as Security+, in good standing
• Knowledge and experience with workstation administration of Microsoft Windows in an Active Directory environment
• Significant knowledge and experience with Linux distributions and environments; preferably with Rocky, Red Hat, or CentOS as well as integrating with Windows Active Directory environments.
• Demonstrated experience effectively performing in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Experience developing effective stakeholder and partner relationships
• Ability to work through technical, project, operational, and resource challenges.
• Proven business acumen to manage multiple assignments and projects with the ability to balance technical requirements with business needs and affordability
• Demonstrated collaboration, including interpersonal and teaming skills
Desired Skills:• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance (investigation within the past 5 years)
• Prefer Security+, CISSP, or other IAT Level II/III security certification
• Able to work with diverse stakeholders and communities to design and architect solutions; able to delegate roles and responsibilities across technical teams
• Experience with Kubernetes and container technologies such as Docker, AppTainer, and Podman
• Experience building and/or working with hypervisors and in virtual environments, such as VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, etc.
• Scripting ability to support system administration activities and automation (Ansible, Python, BASH, Perl, Batch, VBScript, PowerShell, etc.)
• Experience managing McAfee anti-virus updates on Windows and Linux/Unix; prefer EPO experience.
• Experience developing and maintaining Windows or Linux baselines, including security settings and hardening
• Knowledge and experience implementing technical requirements on multiple operating systems for NISPOM Chapter-8, JAFAN, JSIG, DoD RMF, and other protection level caveats
• Experience with SSSD and Active Directory, LDAP, or IDM/FreeIPA Integration
• Understanding of NAS/SAN/PFS storage systems and related networking
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First