Infrastructure Linux Engineer
Position Title:
Infrastructure Linux Engineer
Clearance:
Desired, not required
Location:
Huntsville, AL/Remote
Salary*:
120,000+
ā¢ Dependent upon qualifications
Summit 7 is here to rise above the ordinary. The work we do here goes far beyond day-to-day projects - it further protects the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fosters thought leadership, and creates growth opportunities. Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also recognize that you're a person with life beyond work, that's why we invest in meaningful health and welfare benefits such as:
ā¢ Excellent health benefits from BCBS
ā¢ Smile brighter with Ameritas dental benefits
ā¢ Prepare for the long-haul courtesy of our 401k with company matching
ā¢ 10 days' vacation, 7 days sick time
ā¢ Bonuses and salary increase potential via our certifications plan
We do cool work here, defying expectations by simply being who we are - each of us makes an impact.
Essential Functions
Responsible for designing, implementing, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure across hybrid environments using open-source tools and modern DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Linux systems, automation frameworks, cloud integration, and infrastructure security, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and compliant solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
ā¢ Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade Linux infrastructure across on-premises and cloud platforms such as Azure.
ā¢ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align Linux systems architecture with security, compliance, and performance requirements.
ā¢ Automate provisioning, configuration, and system management using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and shell or Python scripting.
ā¢ Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Git-based workflows to ensure repeatable, version-controlled deployments.
ā¢ Architect and support containerized environments using technologies like Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
ā¢ Implement and manage secure Linux services including LDAP, NFS, SSH, VPN, firewalls (iptables or nftables), and SELinux or AppArmor.
ā¢ Ensure Linux systems adhere to compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171 and 800-53 through secure configurations and auditing.
ā¢ Integrate Linux systems with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow to automate change management and incident handling.
ā¢ Monitor system health and performance using observability stacks such as Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack, and proactively resolve issues.
ā¢ Design and implement secure remote access, user privilege separation, and network segmentation in multi-tenant Linux environments.
ā¢ Participate in the development of CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure updates and application deployments.
ā¢ Document architecture decisions, configurations, and procedures to ensure operational consistency and audit readiness.
ā¢ Document network designs, standards, and operational procedures for team knowledge sharing and audit readiness.
Qualifications - Required
ā¢ Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
ā¢ Proven experience as a Linux Architect, Systems Engineer, or DevOps Engineer in enterprise environments.
ā¢ Deep understanding of Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and core services (e.g., SSH, LDAP, DNS, NFS).
ā¢ Experience designing and managing infrastructure across on-prem and cloud platforms such as Azure.
ā¢ Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, or Azure Monitor.
ā¢ Strong knowledge of system security practices including SELinux, AppArmor, firewalls (iptables/nftables), and secure remote access.
ā¢ Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and system management.
ā¢ Hands-on experience with configuration management and IaC tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Git.
ā¢ Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms such as Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
ā¢ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and version control using Git and GitHub Enterprise.
ā¢ Experience integrating systems with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow for automated workflows and incident management.
ā¢ Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills for Linux systems and cloud-native environments.
ā¢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
ā¢ Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.
ā¢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Qualifications - Optional/Desired
ā¢ Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE), CompTIA Linux+, or LPIC-2/3; additional certifications like AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or ServiceNow Cert
Infrastructure Linux Engineer
Clearance:
Desired, not required
Location:
Huntsville, AL/Remote
Salary*:
120,000+
ā¢ Dependent upon qualifications
Summit 7 is here to rise above the ordinary. The work we do here goes far beyond day-to-day projects - it further protects the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fosters thought leadership, and creates growth opportunities. Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also recognize that you're a person with life beyond work, that's why we invest in meaningful health and welfare benefits such as:
ā¢ Excellent health benefits from BCBS
ā¢ Smile brighter with Ameritas dental benefits
ā¢ Prepare for the long-haul courtesy of our 401k with company matching
ā¢ 10 days' vacation, 7 days sick time
ā¢ Bonuses and salary increase potential via our certifications plan
We do cool work here, defying expectations by simply being who we are - each of us makes an impact.
Essential Functions
Responsible for designing, implementing, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure across hybrid environments using open-source tools and modern DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Linux systems, automation frameworks, cloud integration, and infrastructure security, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and compliant solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
ā¢ Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade Linux infrastructure across on-premises and cloud platforms such as Azure.
ā¢ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align Linux systems architecture with security, compliance, and performance requirements.
ā¢ Automate provisioning, configuration, and system management using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and shell or Python scripting.
ā¢ Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Git-based workflows to ensure repeatable, version-controlled deployments.
ā¢ Architect and support containerized environments using technologies like Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
ā¢ Implement and manage secure Linux services including LDAP, NFS, SSH, VPN, firewalls (iptables or nftables), and SELinux or AppArmor.
ā¢ Ensure Linux systems adhere to compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171 and 800-53 through secure configurations and auditing.
ā¢ Integrate Linux systems with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow to automate change management and incident handling.
ā¢ Monitor system health and performance using observability stacks such as Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack, and proactively resolve issues.
ā¢ Design and implement secure remote access, user privilege separation, and network segmentation in multi-tenant Linux environments.
ā¢ Participate in the development of CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure updates and application deployments.
ā¢ Document architecture decisions, configurations, and procedures to ensure operational consistency and audit readiness.
ā¢ Document network designs, standards, and operational procedures for team knowledge sharing and audit readiness.
Qualifications - Required
ā¢ Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
ā¢ Proven experience as a Linux Architect, Systems Engineer, or DevOps Engineer in enterprise environments.
ā¢ Deep understanding of Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and core services (e.g., SSH, LDAP, DNS, NFS).
ā¢ Experience designing and managing infrastructure across on-prem and cloud platforms such as Azure.
ā¢ Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, or Azure Monitor.
ā¢ Strong knowledge of system security practices including SELinux, AppArmor, firewalls (iptables/nftables), and secure remote access.
ā¢ Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and system management.
ā¢ Hands-on experience with configuration management and IaC tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Git.
ā¢ Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms such as Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
ā¢ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and version control using Git and GitHub Enterprise.
ā¢ Experience integrating systems with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow for automated workflows and incident management.
ā¢ Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills for Linux systems and cloud-native environments.
ā¢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
ā¢ Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.
ā¢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Qualifications - Optional/Desired
ā¢ Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE), CompTIA Linux+, or LPIC-2/3; additional certifications like AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or ServiceNow Cert