General Dynamics Information Technology

Next Generation Desktop Environment Engineer – TS/SCI

General Dynamics Information Technology

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Annapolis Junction • Maryland, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $144,410 - $195,378 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

CitrixDockerLinuxPythonTypeScriptUnixVMware

About the role

  • Responsible for Next Generation Desktop Engineering UNIX/Linux servers, operating systems, and successful integration with the hardware and software of the major computing systems across the organization
  • Planning, testing, installing, and integrating new and upgraded versions of the relevant desktops on organizational computer systems such as Trusted Thin Client, all third-party software components (ForcePoint solution), and subsystems
  • Conducting system security engineering activities (Linux focused).
  • Installing, monitoring, and tuning Linux Server operating system software and virtual machine sub-system software
  • Capturing and refining client requirements and ensuring they are effectively integrated into information technology component products and information systems through purposeful design, development, and configuration
  • Providing expert level technical consultation to the development team to support the design process including Cross Domain Solution
  • Employing best practices when implementing patch management / vulnerability management in the Linux construct
  • Performing research, analysis, and design for all Linux computing systems and network infrastructure
  • Developing, implementing, and documenting formal configuration guides as needed
  • Providing security controls and maintaining necessary network/data separation
  • Ensuring that essential services are installed on supported versions of OS and ensuring versions of the services are up to date

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly
  • Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following: Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline + 8 years’ experience or the equivalent combination of education, technical certification or training, or work/military experience
  • Experience with DoD vulnerability analysis and Industry Best Business Practices
  • Hands-on experience with Linux/Unix
  • Experience in standing up new services/tools on virtual machine within a Linux environment.
  • Experience with Gitlab, Docker, or repo mirrors
  • Experience with Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting
  • Familiar with VMware ESXi and vSphere
  • Familiar with virtualization network on multiple classifications
  • Familiar with Citrix or VMware VDI architecture
Benefits
  • Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
LinuxUnixPythonPowerShellBash scriptingVirtualizationPatch managementVulnerability managementConfiguration managementSystem security engineering
Soft skills
Technical consultationClient requirements analysisPurposeful designDevelopmentConfiguration
Certifications
TS/SCI clearanceCI polySecurity+ CECNDSSCPGSECGICSPCySA+CCNA SecurityDoD 8570 IAT Level II