Systems Engineer 1 - Linux/Bash/Python/STE/STN/Cisco/Docker

Captivation Software; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (D

Up to 20% 401k contribution

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,600 HSA Contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

Company Paid Employee Insurance/STD &/

Job summary

Captivation Software is seeking a mid-level Systems Engineer to collaborate with customer stakeholders and support a closed system across multiple locations within Capabilities and Operations. Eligible candidates must hold a Top Secret/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph and be a U.S.

citizen. You will apply Linux expertise, automate maintenance tasks with Bash/Python, ensure STE/STN compliance, and work with Cisco switches and container technologies like Docker/Podman.

Qualifications

• 7 years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system spanning multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.
• Develop and maintain clear, accessible technical documentation for system configurations and procedures.

Skills

Linux CLI

Linux administration

Bash/Python scripting

Security compliance (STE/STN)

Cisco switch configuration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline

7+ years SE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope

Tools

Docker

Podman

Job description

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level systems engineer who shall collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system that spans multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.

Security Clearance:

• - Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

• - Seven (7) years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required
• - Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• - Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Required Skills:

• - Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
• - Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems
• - Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks
• - Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies
• - Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration
• - Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and container
• - Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Desired Skills:

• - Experience administering Windows systems
• - Experience with NetApp storage devices
• - Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter
• - Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

• - Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• - Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
• - Above Market Hourly Rates
• - $3,600 HSA Contribution
• - 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
• - Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D