DevOps Engineer, Linux Admin

Concept Plus, LLC

DevOps Engineer managing Linux systems and automation processes for federal agencies. Responsible for CI/CD pipelines, documentation, and troubleshooting in a secure environment in the U.S.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Linux administration, automation using Jenkins and Ansible, and CI/CD pipeline development. Proficient in scripting languages and security practices within enterprise environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Linux AdministrationCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentScripting in Python, Bash, Zsh, Ksh, CshAnsible and Jenkins AutomationActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Linux TroubleshootingConfiguration ManagementREST API IntegrationLinux Patching with DNF and YUMNetworking DebuggingData AnalysisContinuous IntegrationContinuous DeliveryContainer OrchestrationSoftware Modification

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsDocumentation SkillsTeam CollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsAnsible CoreFlexDeployGitLab CI/CDCloud TechnologiesSecurity ToolsPacket Capture ToolsOCI Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelors DegreeActive Secret ClearanceCompTIA Security+CISSPCCNACAPCASP+ CECCISOCNDCSSLP

Industry Keywords

Enterprise EnvironmentAutomationDocumentationKnowledge TransferSystem CapabilitiesPerformance RequirementsSecure Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudDNSGroovyJenkinsLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Documentation and knowledge transfer troubleshooting in Linux
Logging and auditing in Linux
Automation of Linux and other application related processes with Jenkins and Ansible Core
Provide scripting and automation for Linux administration
Manually find and resolve Linux issues
Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve its performance
Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
Confer with others to design systems and obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces
Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements
Responsible for building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure utilizing knowledge in continuous integration, delivery, and deployment (CI/CD), Cloud technologies, Container Orchestration, and Security
Build and test end-to-end CI/CD pipelines, ensuring that systems are safe against security threats

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship
Active Secret Clearance
Bachelors Degree
3+ years’ experience implementing and troubleshooting Linux in an enterprise environment
Experience with a CI/CD platform, such as FlexDeploy, Jenkins (groovy), Ansible core (yaml), GitLab CI/CD, or similar technologies
Experience working with REST APIs
Strong knowledge in Linux patching with DNF and YUM
Experience with Ansible and Jenkins a must
Experience working in a secure environment
Strong knowledge of DNS/Networking and networking debugging with packet capture
Strong scripting in most of these: python, bash, zsh, ksh, csh
Strong configuration management knowledge and experience
Experience in an OCI environment on virtual images
Ability to provide accurate and realistic effort estimates, commit and deliver accordingly
Ability to work productively in a team environment and participate as a positive and cooperative team member
Strong experience with Linux
Strong verbal, written, organizational and documentation skills
Current Comptia Security+ Certification, or alternatively any of the following certifications for 8570 Baseline also are acceptable: CISSP, CCNA, CAP, CASP+ CE, CCISO, CND, CSSLP, CYSA+, GSLC, SSCP

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
paid life insurance
paid time off
11 paid holidays
performance bonuses
tuition reimbursement
unlimited training
collaborative, flexible, and innovative environment