Principal Systems Engineer
Core
Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux applications and services while ensuring security compliance and system hardening for government programs.
Role type
Principal Systems Engineer (Linux/Security)
Builds
Linux/RHEL server infrastructure, COTS/GOTS software applications, and secure system configurations.
Domain
Defense/Government IT infrastructure and security
Required skills
Linux administration, security configuration, software patching, system hardening, root cause analysis, documentation, configuration management, contract data management
Preferred skills
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, UPDM, Cameo/MagicDraw, requirements management, DoW acquisition programs, digital ecosystem concepts
Technologies
Linux, RHEL, COTS, GOTS, SysML, UPDM, Cameo, MagicDraw, DOORS
Responsibilities
Deploy and configure Linux applications and services, install and manage COTS/GOTS software, test application functionality and verify security configurations, remove software from networks when required, train team members and document SOPs, perform software version upgrades, implement and test security patches, carry out installation and hardening for system changes, provide input to configuration management processes, assist with root cause analysis and fault resolution
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
