About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Cloud and WebApp Engineer for the corporate IT team, with a primary focus on Linux endpoint management, to be based in our Arlington office.
The Cloud and WebApp Engineer will have a primary focus on Linux endpoint management. The role requires a strong knowledge of Linux administration, patch management, virtualized environments, and the ability to collaborate across IT, operations, and executive leadership.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position requiring at least 1 day in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
• Assist in management of virtual desktop infrastructure for Linux
• Implement compliance checks for VDI patch management
• Deploy and manage Linux virtual machines in VMWare vCenter and Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
• Assist in management of Red Hat Satellite infrastructure
• Install, upgrade, and manage Linux based applications (e.g. - Jira, Confluence, Crowd, FlexNet, Teamwork Cloud, Nagios)
• Install, upgrade, and manage database infrastructure for applications (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)
• Manage and maintain application security components (SSL certificates, password management for Linux resources)
• Create and update Linux systems documentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Initiative, reliability, teamwork and customer service orientation
• Strong organization and planning skills
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
• Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent full-time professional experience
• 3 years of full-time professional experience
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
What Makes You Stand Out:
• Red Hat Satellite
• Ansible
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification or equivalent experience
• Scripting (bash, python, etc.)
• SELinux and fapolicyd
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $72,000 - $114,450 or $85,500 - $139,650
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):
IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:
• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.