Linux Systems Engineering Scientist Associate

**Job Posting Title:**Linux Systems Engineering Scientist Associate**----****Hiring Department:**Applied Research Laboratories**----****Position Open To:**All Applicants**----****Weekly Scheduled Hours:**40**----****FLSA Status:**Exempt**----****Earliest Start Date:**Immediately**----****Position Duration:**Expected to Continue**----****Location:**PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS**----****Job Details:**## PurposeDesign, develop, test, document and maintain Linux systems engineering with security controls for modern TCP/IP networked systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).## Responsibilities* Design and develop high performance, scalable Linux systems configuration with security controls.* Perform Linux installation, configuration, maintenance and trouble shooting for servers, workstations, and other deliverable systems.* Design, develop and document automation scripts and customize tools for configuration controlled installation, administration and maintenance of systems.* Design, develop, install, administer, maintain and troubleshoot Linux containers and orchestration.* Setup, configure and document Linux services with security controls.* Other related functions as assigned.## Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computing Technologies or other related discipline.* Demonstrated working proficiency with Red Hat, CentOS and Fedora operating systems concepts, practices, and procedures.* Demonstrated working knowledge with scripting languages and developing automation scripts in Linux.* Demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards.* Experience with Linux and open source tools for creation, testing, version control and documenting Linux configuration and associated security controls.* Knowledge of networking and computer security concepts.US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.## Preferred Qualifications* Master's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science or Computing Technologies with experience in Linux security.* Two or more years’ direct experience with Red Hat systems design concepts, practices and procedures, scripting languages, automation tools, containers and orchestration.* Demonstrated experience with Linux installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance.* Demonstrated experience with design, setup, configuration and maintenance of Linux networking services with common tools such as Bash and git.* Strong trouble shooting skills. Experience with networked systems and computer security settings.* Ability to work in a team using version control software for configuration management and issue tracking. Familiarity with SELINUX, Linux automation tools and container and orchestration technologies.* Cumulative GPA of 3.0 and above.## General NotesAn agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.Visit our website () for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: · 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage · Retirement contributions · Paid vacation and sick time · Paid holidays Please visit our to learn more about the total benefits offered.## Salary Range$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.## Working Conditions* Standard office conditions* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation* Use of manual dexterity* Some weekend, evening and holiday work* Possible interstate/intrastate travel## Required Materials* Resume/CV* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor* Letter of interest* Unofficial college transcripts**Important** **for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:** You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.**Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:** As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----**Employment Eligibility:**Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----**Retirement Plan Eligibility:**The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----**Background Checks:**A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----**Equal Opportunity Employer:**The University of Texas at Austin, as an , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----**Pay Transparency:**The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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