Sr Principal Systems Architect with Security Clearance

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Job description

We are seeking cleared or clearable candidates to perform key assignments for Mission Systems development programs. This position supports a large heterogeneous unclassified and classified computer networks that includes Linux, Windows, and VMware Virtualization with emphasis on supporting software development and test automation teams. Responsibilities include working with software development teams to design and define system architectures for new or existing complex development networks, hardware/software installation, upgrades, troubleshooting, repair, monitoring, tuning, automation scripting and general sustainment activities. Duties will also include maintaining system documentation, developing infrastructure support procedures, and providing security support. What You'll get to Do:
Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment
Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program's systems
Implement engineering changes to the system as required
Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures
Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with the peers, SMEs, and government engineers. Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Computer Systems Architect:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree OR a minimum of 3 years of experience with STEM PhD degree; an additional 4 years of relevant experience/education can be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
Advance and in-depth technical knowledge of Red Hat and/or other Linux operating systems.
Experience utilizing and working with Splunk
Knowledge of STIGs and STIG implementation + DNS; specifically Linux BIND
Scripting/Programming experience (e.g. Bash/Shell, Ansible, Python, etc.)
Full on-site presence at San Diego Spectrum Center campus Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with imaging, backup and restore software and scripting (Clonezilla, Linux dump, etc)
Experience leading and managing internal programs and working with engineers to delegate tasking/efforts
Experience with containers (Docker, Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes)
Strong experience with virtualization platforms (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, RH-V)
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and provide milestone progress on critical items or scheduled items
Ability to mentor and help grow junior engineers and share knowledge and experience to improve procedures, processes and bring recommendations for technological improvements
Ability to work and support a flexible schedule (2nd shift, RDO Fridays, possibly weekends) as required
Basic to advance knowledge of networking and network systems including iSCSI connectivity functionality
Experience in design, implementation, and sustainment of Linux/Unix systems
Experience in design, implementation, and sustainment of Containerization technologies

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