Sr. RHEL Engineer

* This position requires an Active Secret Clearance for consideration
* Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Sr. RHEL Engineer to support a United States Air Force (USAF) program based in Chantilly, Virginia. This position is a full-time role that will be fully onsite. This position is critical in safeguarding enterprise systems and ensuring compliance with stringent Department of Defense security standards. As a Sr. RHEL Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in secure system configuration, STIG compliance validation, and large-scale enterprise endpoint management within a high-stakes environment supporting approximately 50,000 global endpoints.

Key Responsibilities:

* Configure systems in accordance with DISA STIG requirements and ensure enterprise-wide compliance.

* Validate, assess, and report STIG compliance across systems using tools such as Steel Cloud ConfigOS.

* Administer and maintain applications in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.

* Develop, maintain, and debug shell scripts to support application and system management.

* Support large-scale endpoint deployments and compliance efforts across global environments.

* Manage and evaluate web servers, application servers, containerized applications, and database systems to ensure secure configurations without disrupting services.

* Work within virtualized and cloud environments including Hyper-V and Microsoft Azure.

* Support and maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) components.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure operational success and compliance.

* Communicate effectively (written and verbal) in a mission-driven environment.

Requirements:

* Active SECRET security clearance

* 10+ years of relevant experience (Bachelor's degree may substitute for 5 years of experience)

* Strong expertise in RHEL system administration and application support

* Deep knowledge of DISA STIG implementation, validation, and troubleshooting

* Experience with enterprise tools such as Steel Cloud ConfigOS

* Proficiency with scripting (e.g., Bash, Shell scripting)

* Working knowledge of cloud and virtual platforms (Azure, Hyper-V)

* Understanding of PKI concepts and implementation

Desired

Qualifications:

* DoD 8140 compliant certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+)

* CISSP, CISM, or other advanced cybersecurity certifications

* Experience with Service Now workflows and automation

* Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory / Entra

* Experience creating dashboards in Microsoft Power BI

* Familiarity with NIST frameworks and other compliance standards

* Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

* Ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment

* Commitment to staying up to date with emerging cybersecurity trends and tools

Compensation to include:

* Salary Range: $140,000 - $145,000 depending on experience

* Full Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if Required by Law

This job opens for applications on 7/5/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

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