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GDIT

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As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Linux System Engineer joining our team to review, analyze and provide Tier ...

GDIT

$88K - $117K/yr

As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Linux System Engineer joining our team to review, analyze and provide Tier ...

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Linux Cloud System Engineer Location: Santa Clara CA (Onsite) Duration: Long Term Main Skills: Linux system administration, Data Center, Storage managemen, Scripting We are seeking a Linux Cloud ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr linux system engineer in the United States is $127,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,000.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Sr Linux System Engineer, you need advanced knowledge of Linux operating systems, system architecture, scripting (e.g., Bash, Python), and typically a relevant degree or certifications like RHCE. Familiarity with configuration management tools (such as Ansible or Puppet), cloud platforms, and monitoring systems is crucial. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills help you collaborate effectively and resolve complex issues. These skills are vital to ensure system stability, security, and efficient operation in enterprise environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Sr Linux System Engineers in large-scale enterprise environments?

Sr Linux System Engineers working in large-scale enterprise environments often face challenges such as managing complex system integrations, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery, and automating tasks for efficiency. Balancing security requirements with system performance, troubleshooting issues across distributed systems, and keeping up with rapid changes in technology are also common. Effective collaboration with development, network, and security teams is essential to successfully support and optimize the infrastructure.

What does a Sr Linux System Engineer do?

A Sr Linux System Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux-based systems within an organization. They manage server infrastructure, ensure system security and stability, and optimize performance. Additionally, they automate processes using scripting, support application deployments, and collaborate with other IT teams to meet business needs. Their expertise is often crucial for high-availability environments and critical system operations.

What is the difference between Sr Linux System Engineer vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectSr Linux System EngineerLinux System Administrator
CertificationsLinux Professional Institute (LPIC), RHCELPIC, RHCE
Work EnvironmentDesign, architecture, troubleshooting complex systemsMaintain, monitor, and support existing systems
ResponsibilitiesSystem design, performance tuning, scriptingSystem setup, user management, routine maintenance
Industry UsageIT, cloud services, enterprise environmentsData centers, corporate IT teams

While both roles require Linux certifications like LPIC or RHCE, Sr Linux System Engineers focus on designing and optimizing systems, whereas Linux System Administrators handle daily maintenance and support tasks. The engineer role involves more strategic planning, while the administrator role emphasizes operational stability.

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Senior Linux System Engineer

Senior Linux System Engineer

GDIT

$88K - $117K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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General Dynamics Information Technology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 204 rated it services

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Documentations, Linux, Systems Design, Systems Engineering

Certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Senior Linux System Engineer at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Linux System Engineer joining our team to review, analyze and provide Tier III support for patches and updates, to include testing the baseline in the Engineering Operations Facility (EOF) prior to release to the RCCs.

Selected candidate will provide full-time onsite support at our Fort Huachuca facility.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

  • Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems.
  • You will also develop Enterprise Technical Procedures (ETPs) with the directions to apply patches, upgrades and security configurations and/or updates to the baseline system in the EOF for testing IAW with the STIGs.
  • Ensure that already-provisioned Linux systems are kept in compliance with baseline requirements & ever-changing enterprise policy (e.g., equivalent to Group Policy in the Windows realm for ongoing compliance updates).
  • Monitor all solutions integrated via a centralized alerting system.
  • Develop an operating system lifecycle plan with integration of DoW STIGs and other recommended security standards.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (Required):

Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience required. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

Clearance: Active Secret security clearance required.

Certification: Current DoW IAT level III.

Technical Skills:

  • VMWare management/administration experience.
  • Thorough experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ubuntu or a derivative.
  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and current DISA's hardening protocol.
  • Experienced in systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, and engineering.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY:

  • Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
The likely salary range for this position is $88,130 - $117,875. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA AZ Fort Huachuca

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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