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Freddie Mac

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Mclean, VA · On-site

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it's at the core of ... We assure rapid recoverability from any impacts to business and services. We work together to ...

Freddie Mac

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Mclean, VA · On-site

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it's at the core of ... We assure rapid recoverability from any impacts to business and services. We work together to ...

Nightwing

Linux Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled Linux Systems Engineer to design, deploy, optimize, automate, and support large-scale Linux infrastructure supporting secure networking and remote-access ...

PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

Bowhead

Linux Systems Administrator

King George, VA

$100K - $115K/yr

Overview LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (RDTE) Bowhead seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Systems Administrator is responsible for system administration in a ...

Barbaricum

Barbaricum is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to manage and maintain mission-critical systems for TRADOC G2 operations at Fort Eustis, VA. The selected candidate will provide technical ...

Nwis

Linux Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled Linux Systems Engineer to design, deploy, optimize, automate, and support large-scale Linux infrastructure supporting secure networking and remote-access ...

GDIT

Linux Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA

Linux System Administration, Red Hat Ansible, Scripting Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes GDIT is your place. You make it your own by ...

Sebenza LLC

Linux Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

They currently have an opening for a Linux Engineer to support their client in the DMV area, focusing on building and automating large-scale infrastructure while ensuring security and compliance.

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CertificationsLinux+, LPIC, CompTIA Linux+CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, Linux-based systems, servers, cloud platformsRemote or on-site, network infrastructure, routers, switches
Industry UsageIT, software development, cloud servicesIT, telecommunications, enterprise networks
Job FocusLinux system setup, maintenance, scriptingNetwork setup, troubleshooting, security

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Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Engineer, Senior (Linux/AWS)

Freddie Mac

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it's at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.
Position Overview:
Our constantly evolving IT department is in search of a Senior Engineer of Infrastructure Engineering with excellent time management skills and a proven record of setting and meeting results-oriented goals! We're looking for a hands-on experienced engineering professional with a strong engineering mindset who can lead and transform the current environment, automate existing procedures and stay at the forefront of new technologies! This role handles Linux engineering, including developing new solutions, automating controls, ensuring compliance, managing changes, and improving the platform's sustainability, efficiency, security, and value. This individual will have responsibilities across multiple Linux distributions in our on premises and public cloud environments.
Our Impact:
We assure Stability, Availability and Reliability for 1000's of servers to support a wide range of applications in a hybrid Cloud environment while striving to prevent service impacts in a multifaceted and constantly evolving ecosystem. We assure rapid recoverability from any impacts to business and services. We work together to strategize and transform IT with Automation and Process Engineering.
Your Impact:
  • Serve as a key member of the IT Infrastructure Engineering Team.
  • Develop and mentor teams of engineers to proactively ensure platform stability and security.
  • Identify, influence, and implement technology, process, and skill changes to modernize infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure clear communication, risk reduction, and accountability for team performance.
  • Apply an engineering mindset to solve complex technical challenges and drive continuous improvement.
  • Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability of IT infrastructure.
  • Ensure adherence to security protocols and best practices across all infrastructure operations.

Qualifications:
  • College degree or equivalent experience; advanced studies/degree preferred.
  • Typically, 5 - 7+ years of expert-level experience engineering new technical solutions.
  • Extensive experience architecting, deploying, and managing AWS cloud environments, including EC2, EKS, S3, IAM, CloudFormation, Lambda, and other AWS native services.
  • Experience with Linux engineering, including lifecycle management, kernel patching, maintenance, and systems integration.
  • Automation development experience including application of Infrastructure as Code and DevOps principles using SDLC best practices.
  • Experience with Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) and scripting languages (Python, Perl, Shell, etc.) to automate engineering and operations tasks.
  • Strong communication skills to set clear goals and relay accomplishments to management.
  • Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and provide support during off-hours as needed.

Keys to Success in this Role:
  • Expert in engineering new solutions; elevates team members through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and makes significant contributions to strategy and objectives; provides knowledge leadership across areas of responsibility and thinks beyond individual sphere.
  • Deep expertise in AWS cloud architecture, automation, and operational excellence, including EC2, EKS, S3, Lambda, CloudFormation, Terraform, and Linux.
  • Champions automation as a core strategy for operational excellence.
  • Demonstrates expertise in kernel patching, vulnerability remediation, patching, and strict adherence to security protocols.
  • Proactively identifies AWS cloud optimization opportunities, implements best practices for security, reliability, and cost management, and leads cloud migration initiatives.
  • Stays current with AWS service updates and emerging technologies, continuously improving the team's cloud capabilities.
  • Strong familiarity with AWS security best practices, including IAM policies, KMS encryption, Security Hub, and compliance frameworks (CIS, NIST, PCI DSS).
  • Expertise in vulnerability remediation, patching, and maintaining secure systems in compliance with security protocols.
  • Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting using AWS native tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and Config.
  • Ability to lead current technical trends and anticipate future technological needs for team growth.

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac's business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.
CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.
Time-type:Full time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $122,000 - $184,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
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About Freddie Mac

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Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

McLean, VA, US

Year founded

1970

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