DevOps Engineer 673

Freedom Technology Solutions Group, LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Freedom Technology Solutions Group, LLC is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our team focusing on delivering complex solutions in challenging environments for government and commercial customers. You will implement automation for Windows and Linux servers, monitor performance, and secure networks as part of a mission-critical portfolio.

We value expertise in DevOps, AWS, and scripting; candidates with security clearances are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Development Operations (DevOps).
• 3+ years experience with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB.
• AWS experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up automation and tooling for installation and configuration of Windows and Linux servers.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and automate maintenance tasks.
• Automate configuration and management of network services (DNS, DHCP, Active Directory).
• Automate backup strategies and disaster recovery planning.
• Automate security measures including firewalls and access controls.
• Analyze system performance and implement optimizations.
• Maintain documentation and generate reports on system performance, security, and compliance.
• Participate in planning of new systems and migrations.
• Stay current on latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices.

Skills

DevOps

Python scripting

AWS

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Jenkins

VMware

Job description

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a DevOps Engineer to add to our team which focuses on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We provide support for our Mission Operations Portfolio to design, build, test, deploy, operate, and maintain a wide variety of mission critical platforms and systems for commercial and government customers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Set up automation and tooling for installation and configuration of Windows servers, Linux servers, Windows workstations, and related software components
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular maintenance tasks such as applying updates, patches, and security fixes with automation
• Automate configuration and management of network services, such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory, to facilitate communication and resource sharing within the network
• Automate implementation and management of backup strategies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery capabilities in case of system failures or data loss. Automate monitoring of system performance to support capacity planning and backup and disaster recovery planning
• Automate implementation and maintenance of security measures, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and access controls, to protect the system from unauthorized access, malware, and other security threats
• Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to improve overall system efficiency and responsiveness
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps, as well as generate reports on system performance, security, and compliance
• Participate in planning and implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations. Ensure compatibility and adherence to best practices, leading by example
• Stay current on latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices. Continuously and proactively hone and grow skills and knowledge

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Active security clearance with polygraph.
• 3+ years of experience with Development Operations (DevOps)
• 3+ years of experience with scripting programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or similar
• Amazon Web Services (AWS) experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Level 4: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 5: 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Network protocols and services knowledge, such as DNS, DHCP
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware, to perform virtual machine management, resource allocation, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with using a scripting language such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve efficiency
• Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Jenkins
• Certifications in DevOps, DevOps Tooling, or IT Certifications

What's in It for You?

• Flexible work environment
• A team mentality - work with friendly, like-minded professionals
• Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy Extremely Competitive Compensation And Benefits

• A work-life balance you can count on
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime
• Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
• Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days
• Competitive salary offerings
• Paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Fully paid life and disability
• Annual logo wear allowance
• Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

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