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Linux Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

This role is ideal for an engineer with deep expertise in Linux networking, policy-based routing, kernel performance tuning, infrastructure automation, and modern VPN technologies including WireGuard ...

VPN gateway performance * Large-scale concurrent connections Optimize: * TCP/IP stack performance ... Engineering Design, deploy, and support secure VPN infrastructures using: * OpenVPN 2.6+ * ...

Senior VDI/ VPN (Network Engineer)

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

What is The Role: We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer (VPN/VDI) who will take charge of designing, deploying, and managing our multi-cloud network and VDI infrastructure. In this role, you'll ...

VPN gateway performance * Large-scale concurrent connections Optimize: * TCP/IP stack performance ... Engineering experience * 3+ years of advanced Linux networking experience * 3+ years of VPN ...

NY · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Python programming * C, Rust, or Go - for lower-level service and performance work * Observability knowledge - monitoring, metrics, logging for VPN services * On-demand bare-metal/hardware ...

Site-to-Site VPN Engineering & High Availability Design, build, and operate redundant IPsec site-to-site VPNs connecting clients facilities, VITA and partner networks, and Cloud, including the ...

The world's most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more. If you're a curious problem‑solver who ... Together with the team of developers, designers, QA folks, and a Product Owner, you will work on ...

$220 - $240/hr

Norton VPN is a leading privacy and security product in a fast-growing market, with meaningful ... Partner with engineering, design, data science, and security research teams to build and ship ...

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Tier 3 support for Firewall/VPN issues. Requires the engineer to work independently to troubleshoot and resolve related network issues. This includes issues escalated to them from other groups in ...

Tier 3 support for Firewall/VPN issues. Requires the engineer to work independently to troubleshoot and resolve related network issues. This includes issues escalated to them from other groups in ...

Senior Network Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$121K - $167K/yr

The role primarily focuses on transforming the VPN environment to an identity- and role-based ... engineering • Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and VPN • ...

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How much do vpn engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for vpn engineer in the United States is $47.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vpn engineer?

A VPN Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions to ensure secure and reliable remote access for users and systems. They configure VPN protocols, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and optimize network security. VPN Engineers work with firewalls, encryption technologies, and authentication methods to safeguard data transmission. They also collaborate with IT teams to enhance network performance and security compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vpn engineer?

To thrive as a VPN Engineer, you need a strong foundation in networking protocols, security principles, and VPN technologies, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Juniper firewalls, and industry certifications such as CCNP Security or CompTIA Security+ are commonly expected. Exceptional troubleshooting abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you succeed in a collaborative IT environment. These competencies are vital to ensure secure, efficient, and reliable remote network access for organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by vpn engineers, and how do they typically address them?

VPN Engineers frequently encounter challenges such as troubleshooting connectivity issues, maintaining high network security, and managing remote user access across diverse devices and locations. They often address these issues by monitoring network performance, applying security patches, and updating configurations to respond to evolving threats. Collaboration with IT security teams and end users is crucial for quickly resolving issues and minimizing downtime. Staying up to date with security best practices and new VPN technologies also helps VPN Engineers proactively prevent potential vulnerabilities.

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Infographic showing various Vpn Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,940 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Linux Systems Engineer

Nightwing Group

Sterling, VA • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Posted 12 days ago


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## Linux Systems EngineerApplylocations: Sterling, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101766Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.# # 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 services. This role is ideal for an engineer with deep expertise in Linux networking, policy-based routing, kernel performance tuning, infrastructure automation, and modern VPN technologies including WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IPSec.# The successful candidate will collaborate closely with network engineering, systems administration, and platform engineering teams to deliver highly available, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions in mission-critical environments.# Primary Responsibilities# Linux Infrastructure Engineering* # Design, deploy, administer, and maintain enterprise Linux environments.* # Develop standardized operating system configurations and hardened baseline builds.* # Perform operating system upgrades, patch management, lifecycle maintenance, and performance optimization.* # Troubleshoot complex operating system, networking, and application issues.# Advanced Network Engineering# Design and implement advanced routing architectures utilizing:* # Policy-Based Routing (PBR)* # Multiple routing tables* # Route maps and traffic steering* # Source-based and destination-based routing* # Multi-homed network environments# Configure and troubleshoot:* # OSPF and static routing* # VLANs, LACP, and 802.1Q trunking* # Network namespaces* # VRFs* # NAT and firewall policies# Analyze and troubleshoot network traffic using:* # tcpdump* # Wireshark* # iproute2* # nftables* # iptables# Linux Kernel Tuning & Performance Optimization# Tune Linux kernel parameters for:* # High-throughput networking* # Low-latency applications* # VPN gateway performance* # Large-scale concurrent connections# Optimize:* # TCP/IP stack performance* # Network buffer sizing* # IRQ balancing* # CPU affinity* # NUMA awareness* # Memory management# Utilize performance analysis tools including:* # perf* # sar* # vmstat* # iostat* # eBPF observability tools* # systemd performance metrics# VPN Engineering# Design, deploy, and support secure VPN infrastructures using:* # OpenVPN 2.6+* # WireGuard* # IPSec# Implement and support:* # Site-to-site VPNs* # Remote-access VPNs* # Hub-and-spoke architectures* # High-availability VPN clusters* # Dynamic routing across VPN overlays# Responsibilities include:* # Troubleshooting encryption, routing, MTU, and performance issues* # Implementing modern cryptographic standards and VPN hardening best practices# Configuration Management & Automation# Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using SaltStack.# Create and maintain:* # Salt States* # Pillars* # Custom modules* # Orchestration workflows# Automate:* # System provisioning* # Configuration deployment* # Compliance enforcement* # VPN deployments* # Security baseline management# Integrate SaltStack with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure monitoring platforms.# # Required Qualifications:# # Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility# # Technical Experience* # 5+ years of Linux Systems Engineering experience* # 3+ years of advanced Linux networking experience* # 3+ years of VPN engineering experience* # 3+ years of SaltStack administration and automation experience# Operating Systems# Strong hands-on experience with:* # Debian Linux* # Ubuntu Linux# Networking Expertise# Demonstrated expertise with:* # Policy-Based Routing (PBR)* # iproute2* # Routing tables and policy rules* # Linux bridges* # Bonding and teaming* # VLANs* # VRFs* # Network namespaces* # Dynamic routing protocols* # High-availability networking architectures# VPN Expertise# Strong practical experience with:* # WireGuard* # OpenVPN 2.6+* # IPSec* # PKI and certificate management* # TLS authentication* # Multi-site VPN topologies* # VPN performance tuning# Automation & Scripting# Experience with:* # SaltStack* # Python* # Bash* # Git* # CI/CD workflows# # Preferred Qualifications* # Experience supporting cloud platforms including: + # Google Cloud Platform (GCP) + # Amazon Web Services (AWS) + # Microsoft Azure* # Experience with container technologies: + # Docker + # Kubernetes* # Experience supporting confidential computing environments* # Knowledge of CNSA-compliant cryptographic implementations* # Familiarity with eBPF-based observability and network diagnostics* # Industry certifications such as: + # RHCE + # LFCE + # CCNP + # Equivalent advanced certifications# # Desired Skills* # Exceptional troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities* # Strong documentation and technical writing skills* # Ability to operate independently in mission-critical environments* # Experience designing highly available and fault-tolerant systems* # Security-first mindset with strong infrastructure design principles* # Excellent collaboration and communication skills# *At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.**Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.**Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.* #J-18808-Ljbffr