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Gen X Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

ACAS Administrator - Senior Level

Quantico, VA · On-site

$91K - $123K/yr

ACAS 6.x certification, must be less than 3yrs old The successful candidate will support the design ... Ensure GEN networks receive daily plugin and feed updates from the DISA/DoD Patch Repository.

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Gen X, and why are they important?

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What is the difference between Gen X vs Millennial?

AspectGen XMillennial
Typical Age Range1965-19801981-1996
Work EnvironmentTraditional offices, hybrid setupsRemote, flexible, tech-driven
Common CertificationsVaries by industry, often includes professional certificationsSimilar certifications, with emphasis on digital skills
Industry UsageEstablished industries, corporate rolesTech, startups, creative fields

Gen X and Millennials differ mainly in their age, work preferences, and familiarity with technology. Gen X tends to prefer traditional work environments with a focus on stability, while Millennials often seek flexible, remote work options and are more tech-savvy. Both groups share similar certifications depending on their industry, but their work styles and industry focus vary significantly.

What is Gen X?

Gen X, short for Generation X, refers to people born roughly between 1965 and 1980. This generation follows the Baby Boomers and precedes Millennials. Gen Xers are known for being resourceful, independent, and adaptable, having grown up during a time of significant social and technological change. In the workplace, Gen X often serves as a bridge between older and younger colleagues, valued for their pragmatic approach to challenges and strong work ethic.

What are some common challenges faced by Gen X professionals in adapting to evolving workplace technologies?

Gen X professionals often bring valuable experience and strong work ethics to their roles, but adapting to rapidly changing workplace technologies can be a challenge. Many companies are incorporating new digital tools and platforms, requiring ongoing training and a willingness to upskill. Successful Gen X employees typically embrace lifelong learning and seek out resources, such as online courses or internal training, to stay current. Collaboration with younger colleagues can also facilitate knowledge sharing and foster a more adaptable team environment.
Infographic showing various Gen X job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution.

Junior Red Hat Linux Engineer with Security Clearance

CommIT Enterprises, Inc.

Quantico, VA • On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

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Posted 3 days ago

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CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Junior Red Hat Linux Engineer to join the team in Quantico, VA. The successful candidate will use their Red Hat Linux experience to support the Customer in the design and implementation of their Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) for the Customer’s Government Enterprise Networks (GEN). The Linux Administrator will operate and maintain the infrastructure for the ACAS solution to support network and appliance scanning and configuration assessments and provide training to operators and Information Assurance personnel to maintain and operate the ACAS tool functionality. Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to- * Install and patch operating systems, application, and document Department Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) applicable to each network environment for all ACAS implementations.
* Assesses current ACAS implementations for each of the GEN networks and recommend changes.
* Document the steps required to design the ACAS solution for each of the GEN networks to include IP address, Fully Qualified Domain Name, and physical location of each component.
* Create network diagrams of the designs with Microsoft Visio (include list of hardware and software requirements).
* Maintains the Nessus scanners and Passive Vulnerability Scanner’s (PVS) connectivity with the associated Security Center (SC).
* Develop and/or update the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support each of the client ACAS solutions documented within the SharePoint portal.
* Provide reports as necessary.
* Build Linux Server from DISA provided ISO image. Required Experience and Education: * Knowledge and experience with RedHat Linux. Possesses understanding and experience with common cybersecurity toolsets and processes to include STIGs, CAS, IAVA Management and Implementation, and Operation Order (OPORD)/Fragmentary Order (FRAGO) support.
* Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) experience.
* Must be able to troubleshoot SSH connection issues.
* Good understanding of LVM Partitioning, Disk space and troubleshooting Systems related issues.
* Familiar with VMware and vSphere.
* Understanding of SSL/TLS Certificate and OS hardening.
* Strong understanding of Network configuration and troubleshooting (nmtui, nmcli, service, netstat, grep, top command).
* Understanding of patching and RPM package management is a MUST!!!
* Be able to troubleshoot Kernel Panic, Root and Grub password Reset, & Firewall configurations.
* Familiar with Ansible, Ansible-playbook and ansible roles
* DoD 8570 IAT III or IAM II (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, GSE, SCNA, CISSP [or Associate], CAP, GSLC, CISM, GCED, GCIH, CISO, or HCISPP).
* 3+ years’ experience in supporting, configuring, and administering Linux
* 3+ (RHEL) operating system in an enterprise environment RHEL 7.x or greater
* Experience with virtualized environments (vSphere, ESXI)
Preferred Skills: * Understanding on Red Hat Satellite Version 6.12 or higher
* Familiar with Active Directory Concepts, LDAP, or Kerberos
* Familiar with migration from RHEL7 to RHEL8 using Leapp utility.
* Build or configure new YUM Repositories for patching purposes.
* Familiar with AWS/AZURE Cloud for future projects.
* Scripting (Nessus Attack Scripting Language (NASL), Python, Bash)
* Engineering experience with Nessus Manager and Monitor Implementation
* Able to spin new instance on the cloud from a given AMI or Launch Template
* Understand the concept of Security Groups, VPC, IAM, Autoscaling, Load Balancer Container architecture
* Experience with DoW’s ACAS application.
* ACAS training certification
Security Requirements: * Active DoD – Secret
Salary: * The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s relevant work experience, education, professional certifications, technical skills, required security clearance level, geographic location, and overall qualifications. The posted range reflects the company’s good-faith expectation for this position at the time of posting.
About CommIT: * Established in 2001, CommIT is a Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (CVOSB) providing innovative technical engineering and data science services. Our enterprise systems support includes the Department of Defense’s (DoD) GCSS-MC, CAC2S, TBMCS-MC, and the Department of Veteran’s Affairs’ (VA) telehealth communications. We offer acquisition management, systems engineering, Agile software development, cloud management, IT modernization, data analytics, cybersecurity, and training, including leading-edge DevSecOps, automated testing, and mobile application development. Equal Opportunity Employer: CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.