Linux Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact across all our missions? Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution.

As a systems engineer within the company's Enterprise Technology Solutions and Services group, you have the chance to shape customer missions across the company by supporting the development of custom Linux solutions to meet project needs. Teams will trust you to not only design and develop these systems but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. Join our team and create the future ofBooz Allen. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

What You'll Work On:

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems.

• Monitor system performance, including hardware, software, and network performance.

• Perform security audits and implement security measures to protect the organization's data.

• Ensure high levels of uptime and system availability.

• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues.

• Create and manage system tools for scripts and automation processes.

• Coordinate with capacity planning and infrastructure teams.

• Provide technical support and training to users.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience managing and supporting Linux systems

• Experience with Linux command-line tools and shell scripting

• Experience with system administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance

• Experience hardening Linux systems against STIG or CIS benchmarks

• Experience with vulnerability remediation

• Knowledge of networking technologies, including LAN, WAN, and firewalls

• Public Trust

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

• Experience with enterprise device management solutions

• Experience developing cloud-based server AMI or Managed Image with bundled security tools and required hardening standards through automated means

• Experience deploying and configuring automated patch management solutions

• Experience leveraging DevOps tools and scripting development to manage and monitor cloud-based systems

• Experience with monitoring tools such as Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus

• Knowledge of configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef

• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

• Possession of excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

• RHCE, CompTIA Linux+, or LPIC Certification

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.