Nightwing is seeking an analytical thinker who enjoys solving complex engineering problems while working with a close-nit team as a Linux Systems Engineer. In this role you will perform production systems integration within a cutting-edge Linux based virtualization stack, streamline and secure applications, storage, physical servers, and install, troubleshoot and maintain customer hardware. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented and skilled at making data-driven decisions to proactively address issues before they impact end users.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the software, hardware, and systems on a Linux server
- Design, build, and maintain core services and infrastructure
- Install and monitor Linux operating systems
- Implement security measures and identify potential issues
- Update security settings for enterprise firewalls
- Automate vulnerability and security patching
- Participate in programming, scripting, and process automation
- Design and manage backup and recovery strategies
Required Skills and Experience
- 5+ years of hands-on Linux Systems Engineering experience
- Specific experience in Python both with scripting and building applications
- Specific experience using Bash for automating tasks and deploying software/services
- Experience installing and configuring VPN services (openvpn/wireguard/ipsec), firewalls (netfilter/NFTables), and networks
- Experience with information security frameworks such as disk encryption, PKI, Symmetric/Asymmetric encryption and digital certificates
- Experience using observability tools and stack traces
- Experience scripting and developing system automation tools
- Experience with log analysis, monitoring, and alerting systems
- Knowledge of TCP/IP addressing, routing, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of directory service principles such as organization units, and realm authentication
- Familiarity with cloud provisioning
- Knowledge of modern configuration management tooling - specifically Ansible and SaltStack
- Minimum Secret Clearance with the ability to acquire a TS with SCI eligibility
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience specifically with Debian based distributions
- Experience with virtual server implementation and management
