Systems Engineer

PeopleTec is seeking a talented System Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

In this hands-on technical role, you will support the design, automation, deployment, and maintenance of mission-critical server infrastructure for our government customers. You'll apply your expertise in Linux, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform & Ansible), and containerization (Docker) to help ensure efficient, reliable, and secure operations in a dynamic, cleared environment. If you're passionate about technology, enjoy solving problems, and want to contribute to high-impact solutions as part of a collaborative team, we want to hear from you!

Duties:

Support the implementation and optimization of server solutions while working closely with the team.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as Code using Terraform to provision and manage virtual machines in vCenter environments
• Create and maintain Ansible playbooks for automated configuration and hardening of Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows servers
• Implement and manage containerized workloads using Docker
• Perform hands-on installation, configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Linux/Windows server OS, hardware, and associated technologies
• Implement and manage containerized workloads using Docker
• Perform hands-on installation, configuration, patching troubleshooting, and maintenance of Linux/Windows server OS, hardware and associated technologies.
• Apply security best practices including STIG compliance, server hardening, vulnerability management, and secure configuration
• Monitor server performance, identify potential issues proactively, and implement improvements for reliability and scalability
• Troubleshoot infrastructure problems, coordinate changes, and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Document systems, processes, configurations, and participate in After Action Reviews to capture and share best practices
• Support special projects

Required Skills/Experience:

• 3+ years of experience administering and engineering Linux environments (RHEL and Ubuntu)
• Experience writing Terraform configurations for virtual machine deployment in vCenter.
• Experience creating and maintaining Ansible playbooks for multi-OS server configuration and automation.
• Solid experience with Docker for containerization, application deployment, and management.
• Experience with Windows Server administration and PowerShell scripting.
• Troubleshooting skills across OS, virtualization, networking, and performance issues.
• Familiarity with security hardening practices (STIGS, vulnerability scanning)
• Good communication and collaboration skills in a team oriented, customer-facing environment.
• Occasional travel (0-25%)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD TS/SCI clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to get a TS/SCI level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Associates degree

Desired Skills:

• Experience creating Bash and/or PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools, database services (installation/monitoring), and web services
• Experience in DoD/government environments and compliance requirements
• Installing, monitoring, and maintaining database services
• Installing, monitoring, and maintaining web services
• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues
• Monitor server performance to identify potential issues

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.