Systems Engineer (DevOps) - multiple levels - FULLY CLEARED with POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

RHEL 617/8, RHCSNRHCE CentOS, Confluence / Jira, Python, Ruby, Perl, Java, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, Software Defined Networking, deployment architecture, SLA requirements, Configuration Management, containerization, serverless technologies, Kubernetes, Gradle, Maven, ANT, Shell, Jenkins, Docker, Bamboo, Amazon Web Services, VMWare, Puppet, Chef, ansible, Memcache, Active MQ, Redis, APC, MySQL (Clusters, Replication, and Tuning), Elasticsearch, Kibana Due to federal contract requirements, United States citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph are required for the position.

Required: Must be a US Citizen

Must have TS/SCI clearance w/ active polygraph

This position is open to multiple levels of years of experience; two (02) years within the last five (05) years must be directly related to the job you are applying for:

Level 04 requires a minimum fifteen (15) years of direct/relevant experience

Level 03 requires a minimum twelve (12) years of direct/relevant experience

Level 02 requires a minimum nine (09) years of direct/relevant experience

Level 01 requires a minimum six (06) years of direct/relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required

Must be fluent with Git

Strong knowledge of Linux and Linux environments (RHEL 617/8, RHCSNRHCE CentOS)

Experience with Windows system administration, system monitoring, instrumentation, resiliency and performance

Working in an Agile dev environment (excludes education experience such as bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant field)

Experience integrating Jenkins/Bamboo Docker, and Kubernetes for automated deployment preferred

Experience with caching technologies (Memcache, Active MQ, Redis, APC, etc.)

Experience with MySQL (Clusters, Replication, and Tuning) and Elasticsearch (Kibana a plus). Knowledge of security practices, networking protocols, firewalls, PCI compliance etc

System architecture experience required with a demonstrated ability to read the code and understand the coding logic to assist in troubleshooting

Experience managing/monitoring AWS cloud and virtualized servers for optimal performance while working in a Platform as a Service (PaaS) environment

Familiarity with software development life cycle models, agile, and DevOps programming methodologies

Fluent skills in object-oriented programming and experience in at least one programming language such as Ruby, C, C++, GO, Python, or Java

Experience acquiring in-depth understanding of large complex software systems to isolate defects, reproduce defects, assess risk, and understand varied customer deployments

Ability to successfully work with customers, developers, testing, project management, and support staff

Excellent problem solving, analytical skills and technical troubleshooting skills

Clarity and precision in verbal and written communications These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: Maintain / upgrade/ patch tracking and documentation software (Confluence / Jira)

Create, Assist, and Implement design and maintenance web service infrastructure and deployments

Analyze service stack and make recommendations for further improvements

Identify processes and capabilities that can be streamlined and automated

Communicate effectively to help bridge stakeholder and development requirements

Assist with support and operations where necessary

Maintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stored, or accessed

Leverage programming Languages such as Python, Ruby, Perl, and Java

Proficient with DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering methodologies

Proficient automating network infrastructure configuration using Software Defined Networking

Ability to have a holistic view of service development and deployment architecture

Understanding of SLA requirements and role of high availability architectures, performance optimization, and monitoring techniques

Act in the capacity to support deployment and operations when necessary

Set up and configure a continuous integration environment by leveraging Configuration Management, containerization, serverless technologies, and Kubernetes

Architect and develop best practices for software build tools (Gradle, Maven, ANT, Shell) and continuous integration tools (Jenkins, Bamboo), and infrastructure automation (Amazon Web Services, VMWare, Puppet, Chef, ansible, etc.)

Experience working cross functionally across multiple teams The benefits package: Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS a company-funded HSA

Dental insurance with 100% employer paid premium

Vision with 80% employer paid premium

Employer paid Life insurance 100%

Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100%

Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement

Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, AWS, and NetApp training and accreditation

Annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.. 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment) The environment and perks: Professional development investment and paid time off for training

Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida and Hawaii

Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers

Leadership Team engagement and mentorship

Performance Recognition Program

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