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Institute for Defense Analyses · 19 hours ago

Systems Engineer

Princeton, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $160K/yr

6+ years exp

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Systems Engineer with expertise in the Linux operating system. The role involves maintaining systems functionality, availability, security, and performance while contributing to the implementation of programs that align with the organization’s goals.

AerospaceNational SecurityNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Implements IT technology initiatives. Provides primary hands-on technical expertise to ensure successful deployments

Develops resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems. Coordinates resources to resolve problems when necessary

Mentors junior staff on select projects and transitions operational support of new deployments as appropriate

Researches and develops integration plans for new technologies to ensure compatibility with the current environment

Builds new physical and virtual servers to design specifications

Ensures all systems meet or exceed the business and security requirements in accordance with relevant government directives and guidelines

Prepares technical documentation to include standard operating procedures and processes

Administers and maintains classified and unclassified systems and services to ensure optimum performance and availability

Maintains technical proficiency in IT technologies; keeps abreast of industry trends

Communicates all computer network, system and service problems and outages immediately to the appropriate supervisors and/or managers

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Red Hat LinuxLinux systems administrationVMWareAnsiblePostgreSQLPythonPerlProject managementInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in related field

Six years minimum experience in Information Technology, which includes at least four years in Red Hat Linux systems administration

Possess advanced knowledge in designing, administering, and supporting Linux servers, systems, and software

Must be organized, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Possess good interpersonal skills

Position requires ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI security clearance with lifestyle polygraph

Ability to obtain and maintain DOD 8570 IAT II certification

U.S. Citizenship is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

Preferred

Experience with VMWare, Netapp, or Microsoft Windows a plus

Experience installing and configuring in more than one of the following technologies is a plus: Red Hat Identity Management or LDAP, Red Hat Satellite Server, or equivalent operating system lifecycle and patch management system, Configuration management and system security hardening using Ansible, Database software such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, Programming in Perl or Python

Project management experience desired

Current TS/SCI with lifestyle polygraph clearance preferred