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GuidePoint Security

Elastic Engineer

Alexandria, VA · Remote

Metro area - This role supports remote work, located in Alexandria, VA Key Responsibilities ... Minimum 5 years of Linux scripting and automation experience using Bash, Python, and/or Java.

Yudrio, Inc

Java Developer (IRS MBI Required)

Arlington, VA · Remote

$58.75 - $76/hr

Yudrio is seeking a Java Developer to join our team in supporting an existing project with the ... Remote Required Skills * 8+ years of experience in PL/PGSQL, SQL code development and maintenance ...

Motorola

Senior DevOps Engineer (US REMOTE)

Richmond, VA · Remote

$140K - $170K/yr

Provision and support configuration of relational databases with an emphasis on high availability ... Experience with Linux including scripting (Bash) Preferred Skills: * Experience with AI/machine ...

CyberSheath

Helpdesk Technician II

Reston, VA · Remote

$83/hr

Ability to provide exceptional customer support in a fast-paced remote Managed Services Practice ... Desktop and Server Operating Systems (Windows, Mac, Linux) * Microsoft Office 365, Azure, Teams ...

Amatriot Group, LLC

Senior Software Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

$185K - $225K/yr

... and remote engineers to develop front-end applications and back-end microservices that support ... Experience with Linux environments and Linux shell scripting. * Knowledge of continuous integration ...

Ad Hoc

Staff DevOps Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$53.25 - $73/hr

Staff DevOps Engineer Job number: 840 This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a technology company ... The Federal Civilian business unit supports many customers spanning the federal, commercial, and ...

CyberSheath

Helpdesk Technician I

Reston, VA · Remote

$20.75 - $28/hr

Ability to provide exceptional customer support in a fast-paced remote Managed Services Practice  ... Desktop and Server Operating Systems (Windows, Mac, Linux)  * Microsoft Office 365, Azure, Teams ...

LATG

Senior Platform Engineer

Stafford, VA · Remote

$104K - $143K/yr

... Linux administration experience including troubleshooting and operational support * Proficiency ... remote within the United States. Preference may be given to candidates located near the Washington ...

Shift5

Field Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$120K - $160K/yr

Support and execute on-site and remote deployments of Shift5's platform across customer ... Administrative or power user level experience with Linux, IT networking fundamentals, cybersecurity ...

Virginia Tech

Testing Specialist

Blacksburg, VA · Remote

Blacksburg, Virginia, Fully Remote Categories: Information Systems / Technology Join a dynamic team ... Perform other support tasks (e.g., hardware administration, website development), as requested ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Systems Architect

Chantilly, VA · Remote

$248K/yr

You Have: * 10+ years of experience developing across both Linux and Windows environments ... Experience managing large-scale remote workstation clusters focused on high-availability and ...

GRVTY

Data Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$117K - $140K/yr

... Linux, AWS/C2S, Apache NiFi, Spark, pySpark, Hadoop, Kafka, ElasticSearch, Solr, Kibana, neo4J ... support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer)

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote linux support in Virginia is $147,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $151,200.00 and $166,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Remote Linux Support professional, you need a solid understanding of Linux operating systems, command-line proficiency, troubleshooting skills, and experience with system administration. Familiarity with tools like SSH, scripting languages (such as Bash or Python), ticketing systems, and certifications like CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator are often advantageous. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and self-motivation are key soft skills for remote work and effective customer interactions. These skills ensure you can efficiently diagnose and resolve technical issues while providing reliable support to clients in a distributed environment.

What is a Remote Linux Support job?

A Remote Linux Support job involves assisting users, administrators, or businesses with Linux-based systems from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include troubleshooting issues, managing servers, performing system updates, and ensuring security compliance. Support may be provided via email, chat, or remote desktop tools. This role requires expertise in Linux distributions, command-line operations, and networking. It is commonly found in IT support teams, managed service providers, and cloud infrastructure companies.

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Senior Cyber Engineer (TS/SCI w/CI Poly Required)

Everfox

Herndon, VA • Remote

$151K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient.


Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world's most critical data and networksagainst the most complex cyber threats imaginable for more than 25 years.As trailblazers in defense-grade, high assurance cyber security, we have been leading the way indeveloping and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides. Our unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers and the critical missions they serve arewhat set us apart. We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do.Our suite of cross domain, threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments andenterprise organizations to use data safely - where and however their people need it.At Everfox, we innovate, we invest, we achieve. We protect what matters most to our customers. Andwe offer protection like no other.We do all of this so our customers can focus on what matters most... their mission.

Job Title: Senior Cyber Engineer

Location: Washington DC with 50% travel

The Position:
We are looking for talented cyber engineers motivated to help customers solve complex and fast-moving cybersecurity challenges supporting the U.S. Government. Focusing on our Cross Domain solutions, you will interface directly with customers and play a key role in installing, configuring, and integrating a Cross Domain solutions to ensure customer success. The successful and highly motivated candidate will be offered specialized training to support our technologies and is expected to become proficient in all aspects of complex software solution deployment. This position provides the opportunity for CONUS/OCONUS travel to meet customer and project requirements.

What You'll be Doing:

  • Self-starter utilizing your Linux and scripting expertise to support and field critical customer driven requirements, enabling secure data transfer

  • Utilize interpersonal skills to engage directly with the customer to provide advanced design, analysis and implementation of our software

  • Demonstrate competency working hands-on in Linux based environments, troubleshooting on-site technical issues, using and configuring the Forcepoint solutions to deliver critical customer driver requirements

  • Leverage standard networking concepts to support the design and implementation of Cross Domain solution to include failover, co-op, and load balancing as well as interoperability with other components within the enterprise.

  • Develop data inspection policies using proprietary and open source programming languages

  • Provide technical briefings to customers and Forcepoint corporate leadership as required

  • Mission oriented to provide training, troubleshooting, and on-site/remote support to customers.

Work Schedule:

Full Time, Monday - Friday (standard work schedule with flexibility for mission critical requirements)

This position requires at a minimum 50% travel to CONUS and OCONUS customer facilities as needed to meet customer and project requirements.

Work Location:

Our employees are geographically dispersed across the continental U.S. While we have office concentrations in Herndon VA, Richardson TX and Salt Lake City UT, applicants may work from home with management approval.

Things You Must Have to Apply:

  • Active (currently in Use) TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph

  • 8+ years of experience in a cyber engineer role supporting enterprise software solutions

  • Advanced experience in Linux and scripting

  • Strong software development experience using procedural programming languages

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to relay technical information to customers and laypersons

  • Interest or experience in cyber security to include practices/methodologies, associated technologies, application design and development and/or experience in an operational environment

  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts (e.g. TCP/IP, firewalls, routers, etc.)

  • Strong knowledge of programming logic and methodologies (e.g., regular expressions)

  • BS Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Information Security or equivalent

  • DODI 8570.1-M Compliance at IAT Level I; SANS GSEC, CISSP preferred

Things that would be Nice to Have:

  • Experience with security design and architecture of Cross Domain solutions (CDS)

  • Working knowledge of virtualized, networked environments, specifically VMWare and HyperV based systems

  • Strong verbal and technical writing skills

  • Experience with security COTS product integration (e.g., firewall, web gateways, Data Loss Prevention)

  • Prepare documentation to support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities

  • Apply knowledge of current Information Assurance (IA) policies as a contributor to the architecture and design of secure solutions to customer needs and requirements

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is:

$151,800.00-187,500.00 USD

The actual salary offered may vary within the range based on a candidates' unique experience, locale, and business needs. In addition to a base salary and bonus plans, Everfox offers a generous benefits package including flexible PTO, a 401k match, and contribution to healthcare coverages. Our talent acquisition team will provide specific information regarding bonus eligibility and benefits offerings.

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Don't meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don't meet all requirements listed in a job posting. If there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.

Everfox is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. Everfox does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company's career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@everfox.com

Everfox is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Everfox require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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