Senior Systems Engineer - Linux
Listed on 2026-07-07
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Unix/Linux
Description
JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME
MUST POSSESS A SECRET LEVEL SECURITY CLEARANCE; OR THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN ONE WILL TO BE CONSIDERED.
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COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES!
AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is an established, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual!
Senior Systems Engineer - Linux - 26-016 – San Diego, CA
As a growing Department of Defense Contractor, AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer - Linux to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members at NIWC PAC – Bayside in the Point Loma area of San Diego, CA.
Position will support Advanced Oceanographic Research, Data Collection Systems and Secure Computing Infrastructure. We are seeking a Linux Systems Engineer & Cybersecurity Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers and technicians developing advanced oceanographic data collection and processing systems.
Will provide technical leadership and hands‑on support for Linux-based computing infrastructure used for research, engineering development and field operations. Responsibilities include system design, procurement, deployment, administration, user support, cybersecurity compliance and operation of data storage and network infrastructure.
The ideal candidate possesses strong Linux systems administration skills combined with practical experience implementing cybersecurity controls, system hardening, encryption technologies, PKI and Department of Defense (DoD) Information Assurance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:- Design, deploy, configure and maintain Linux servers, workstations, laptops, storage systems and supporting infrastructure.
- Evaluate, procure, integrate and maintain computing, networking and data storage resources.
- Administer RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) storage systems, backup solutions and engineering data repositories.
- Install and maintain network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems and air‑gapped environments.
- Deploy and support infrastructure services, including web servers, source code repositories, network file services, development tool chains, remote access systems, Git Lab, Open Project and related collaboration tools.
- Provide direct technical support to scientists, engineers and technicians.
- Implement and maintain Linux hardening standards, STIGs, encryption technologies, smartcard authentication, PKI services, TLS certificates and certificate revocation checking.
- Work with Information Assurance personnel to maintain RMF compliance, accreditation artifacts and cybersecurity documentation.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, operating procedures and system configuration records.
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability, security, maintainability and operational efficiency.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must possess a Secret level security clearance; or the ability to obtain one will be considered.
- Completion of an accredited technical program or relevant military, professional or technical experience is preferred.
- Five to eight years of Linux systems administration experience.
- Strong understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systems, networking and system architecture.
- Experience supporting users in a networked Linux environment.
- Ability to read, interpret and apply technical documentation.
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Linux, Networking, and…
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