Previously submitted candidates were non-compliant for the following reasons:
Candidate does not match the requirement for Linux, this is a NW engineer more suited to CISCO routers and switches does not mention in depth any Linux skills and the administration of servers;
Candidate did not mention any knowledge of networking storage or security solutions or container tools and automation and a basic knowledge of enterprise servers. Not suitable for this position.
Deadline Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
Requirement: Linux Engineer
Location: Mons, BE
Full Time On-Site: Yes
Time On-Site: 100%
Total Scope of the request (hours): 836
Required Start Date: 1 July 2024
End Contract Date: 31 December 2024
Required Security Clearance: NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET
Duties and Role:
As Linux Engineer, the incumbent will be responsible for installing and monitor Unix/Linux open-source operating systems and specific apps according to NCIRC NCSC. The Linux Engineer will be responsible also for resolving user issues, address change management requests, and identifies potential issues by implementing protective and security measures.
The Linux Engineer reports to the Head, Platform Infrastructure Management Section to support underlying platforms and supporting engineers within Infrastructure Branch
Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Contribute to a team responsible for the availability, scalability, and performance of NCSC environment and tools such as ( eg. ArcSight, Splunk, MISP and others)
Maintain and develop custom systems and tools to improve ability to test, integrate, automate and effectively monitor custom and commercial applications in NCSC Linux environment;
Support the Initiation, preparation, follow-up and defence of the specialist applications upgrades in front of the Change Management Board.
Assist in the rollout and deployment of new features and installations inside the NCIRC perimeter
Create extensive documentation for current and future configuration processes and policies;
Develop and maintain O&M Standard Operating Procedures for developed capabilities, implementing testing strategies and document results.
Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems inside NCSC environment related to Linux O/S's and their integration with the rest of infrastructure ( AD Domain, SSO solution, web solution, Log Aggregation)
Generate solutions to complex problems which integrate into NCSC environment
Identify issues and create improvement processes to help with the reduction of incidents / outage times
Work with Service Management team on standard operating procedures including Incident, Problem and Change Management to ensure the monitoring of the systems
Requirements
Skill, Knowledge & Experience:
The candidate must have a currently active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET security clearance
Essential to have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science combined with a minimum of 5 years' experience in as Linux Engineer or similar position, or a Secondary education and completed advanced vocational education (loading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation) with 7 years post related experience, with demonstrated experience in following areas:
Mandatory
Minimum 5 years of experience managing Unix/Linux infrastructure and related tools.
Advanced proficiency in Linux server administration, particularly RHEL and Ubuntu.
Strong understanding of Automation, Versioning and CMDB Principles in DevOps perspective
Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing complex Linux system issues, including networking, storage, and security.
Deep understanding of Identify and Access Management (AD, SUDO, Extras permissive attributes)
Desirable
Experience with Red Hat Satellite and packaging
Good knowledge on Observability practices.
Experience with containerization tools like Podman and Docker.
Experience with Atlassian tools for tasks and documentation
Knowledge of virtualization on-premises (VMware is a plus)
Participation in the open-source community and contribution to relevant projects.
Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
