Junior Linux Systems Engineer

Everforth ECS is seeking a JuniorLinux Systems Engineerto work out of ourFairfax, VAand/orSpringfield, VAoffice supporting our government customer.

Everforth ECS is seeking a Junior Linux Systems Engineer with hands-on Red Hat experience and a foundational understanding of cybersecurity to support geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) programs within the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA).In this role, you will help build, integrate, and sustain Linux-based systems that process and analyze large-scale geospatial and sensor data. You'll work closely with engineers, developers, and analysts to ensure systems are performant, secure, and mission-ready. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to gain experience with data-intensive pipelines, modern infrastructure, and classified mission systems.

Responsibilities include:

To be on-site, either at HQ or customer sites 5-days a week when necessary Build, configure, and troubleshoot RHEL-based systems supporting geospatial data processing and analytics Support integration of systems handling large-scale GEOINT datasets, imagery, and sensor-derived data Monitor and optimize system performance for data-intensive processing pipelines and storage systems Apply STIGs and security hardening to Linux systems in accordance with IC and NGA standards Analyze system logs and metrics to troubleshoot performance, data flow, and system issues Assist with deployment and support of containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Support data workflows including ingest, processing, storage, and dissemination Document system configurations, discrepancies, and remediation efforts Collaborate with software developers and analysts to ensure systems meet mission and data requirements Participate in system testing, deployment, and operational sustainment in classified environmentsConduct cyclical inventory and maintain accountability of program hardware

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent hands-on, internship, or military technical experience)Must have an existing and active TS/SCI security clearance, and sit for a Counter-Intelligence (CI) Poly The ability and willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUSActive DoD

IAT/IAM II 8140

Certification (SEC+, CISSP, CySA+ etc)1-3 years of experience working with Linux systems, preferably RHEL/CentOSStrong familiarity with the Linux command line, system administration, and troubleshootingBasic experience with system monitoring, log analysis, and performance tuningFoundational understanding of cybersecurity principles (system hardening, patching, least privilege)Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, data transfer concepts)Ability to work in a data-driven, mission-focused environmentStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to lift equipment weighing 50+ pounds in equipment