Sr. Linux Systems Engineer

Sr. Linux Systems Engineer

Information Systems

Systems Administrator

$ 140000 - $ 160000 / Year

location_onLeesburg, Virginia

acutePermanent

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Our client is seeking a highly qualified Linux Engineer for a full time/direct hire position, onsite in Leesburg, VA.

• MUST be eligible to obtain a TOP SECRET SCI Clearance
• Interviews: One MS Teams video screen; two in-person rounds in Leesburg (the final round is HR-focused)

Salary range: $140-$160k; salary may be negotiable based on education, experience, geographic location and other factors.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and enhance Linux-based systems in a production environment

• Troubleshoot complex issues across OS, storage, authentication, and system performance layers

• Diagnose and resolve boot issues, filesystem problems, and system-level failures

• Manage and support LDAP-based authentication systems (SSSD/PAM)

• Design and build integrations between internal systems, tools, and services

• Develop scripts and lightweight tooling to automate workflows and connect infrastructure components

• Contribute to and improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows (GitLab or similar)

• Reduce manual operational tasks through automation and process improvement

• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to ensure reliable, scalable system operations

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux administration and systems engineering

• Proven depth in troubleshooting across:

• Boot processes

• Filesystems

• System performance and stability

• Experience with LDAP and authentication systems

• Strong scripting skills (Python, Perl, Bash) with demonstrated use in automation and system integration

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred; Jenkins or similar acceptable)

• Experience with Git/version control workflows

• Ability to integrate disparate tools and systems into cohesive solutions

• Self-driven with the ability to take ownership of technical challenges

If you are interested in this job, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact brenda.goldenmitchell@akkodis.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available may include but are not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision

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Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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