Senior Linux DevOps Engineer at INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS, INC

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

180000.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Linux Systems Engineering, DevSecOps, Ansible, Terraform, Podman, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Bash, Python, RHEL, STIG Compliance, CI/CD Pipelines, GitOps, RMF Controls, NIST 800-53

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Description Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is seeking a Senior Linux DevOps Engineer to support mission-critical systems within a classified environment. This role is designing, automating, securing, and sustaining hybrid Linux and Windows infrastructure supporting naval operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with deep Linux expertise, strong DevSecOps experience, and a security-first mindset capable of operating in highly regulated DoD environments. This role is 100% onsite. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: Linux Systems Engineering: • Engineer, harden, and maintain enterprise Linux environments (RHEL, or equivalent). • Implement and maintain DISA STIG-compliant configurations. • Perform system lifecycle management, patching, and vulnerability remediation. • Support identity integration (LDAP, Kerberos, AD integration). • Troubleshoot system, kernel, and performance-level issues. DevSecOps & Automation: • Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent. • Integrate Linux systems into CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows. • Support containerized workloads using Podman, Docker, or Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms. • Contribute to secure image development aligned with hardened baselines. • Automate system provisioning, configuration management, and compliance validation. • Support integration with security scanning platforms and vulnerability management tools. Cloud & SWAN Integration: • Support IL5/IL6 cloud-hosted Linux environments where applicable. • Ensure secure connectivity and segmentation within classified enclaves. • Collaborate with Windows and cloud engineers to ensure hybrid environment interoperability. • Participate in architecture reviews to ensure secure-by-design implementations. Security & Compliance: • Ensure compliance with RMF controls and NIST 800-53 security requirements. • Support vulnerability scanning (ACAS/SCAP) and remediation activities. • Maintain documentation including system diagrams, SOPs, and configuration baselines. • Contribute to ATO sustainment and continuous monitoring activities. Why Work For ISS? At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career. Requirements Clearance: Secret Certification (IAM Level II) One of the following: Security+ CySA+ CCNA Security GSECSSCP Required Skills: • 10+ years of Linux systems engineering experience. • Demonstrated experience in DevOps or DevSecOps environments. • Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python required). • Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Podman, or Docker). • Experience operating in DoD or classified environments. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in SWAN or similarly restricted classified enclaves. • Experience supporting IL5/IL6 cloud platforms (Azure Gov, AWS GovCloud). • Familiarity with container images and secure pipeline development. • Red Hat certifications (RHCE, RHCSA) or Kubernetes certifications. • Experience integrating DevSecOps within RMF-constrained environments.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, automating, securing, and sustaining hybrid Linux and Windows infrastructure supporting mission-critical naval operations within a classified environment. Specific duties include engineering enterprise Linux environments, implementing DISA STIG compliance, developing Infrastructure-as-Code, and supporting containerized workloads.