TS/SCI - Devops/ Systems Engineer

Bailey Information Technology Consultants, LLC; Chantilly (VA, MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BIT,LLC is seeking a Devops / Systems Engineer to lead systems administration and DevOps for cloud-based production and dissemination systems. The role requires an active TS clearance and DoD 8570 compliance, with hands-on experience in Windows Server environments and cloud deployments.

The candidate will work with program management leadership to implement next-generation desktop and web-based solutions, including CI/CD pipelines, Python web apps, and OpenShift deployments.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance required with ability to obtain SCI post hire.
• DoD 8570 compliance required.
• BS in Information Systems, IT, CS or closely related discipline with 4+ years of experience, or Masters with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience with cloud/AWS and Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems administration and DevOps activities supporting analytics, exploitation, production, and dissemination using web, remote desktop, and cloud technologies.
• Stand up and maintain Windows Servers in cloud environments and deploy custom code, COTS, and GOTS.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines and Docker/GitLab workflows.

Skills

DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Python

GitLab

AWS

OpenShift

Windows Server

Cloud architecture

Security clearance TS

DoD 8570 compliance

Team leadership

Education

BS in Information Systems/IT/CS

Masters with 2+ years experience

4 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

OpenShift

GitLab

Docker

Windows Server

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Position: Devops/ Systems Engineer

Location: Chantilly VA, Alexandria VA, Gaithersburg, MD

Clearance: TS

Required Certifications: DD8570 compliant Certification (Security+)

Level: T3/ T4

Job Description:

BIT,LLC is recruiting for a Devops / Systems Engineer to work on our Cloud Automation Advancements Team. The qualified candidate must have an active TS security clearance, and will work hand-in-hand with technical and program management leadership to implement the next generation desktop and web based production and dissemination system.This position will require experience standing up and maintaining Windows Servers in a cloud environments, and the deployment and maintenance of custom code, COTS, and GOTS to those environments.

Responsibilities:

This position involves leading systems administration and Devops activities that support building and delivering new and innovative systems to implement analytics, exploitation, production and dissemination using web, remote desktop, and cloud technologies.

Program core hours are 9am-3pm ET. Occasional evening or weekend work can be required. When required, schedule changes will be arranged.

Core Qualifications:

• Requires a BS in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related discipline and 4+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience; OR 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
• Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI post hire
• DoD 8570 compliance
• Experience with cloud/Amazon Web services (AWS)
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems
• System (hardware, software and networking) Design and Architecture.
• Understanding of custom code development/reviews
• Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and workflow
• Experience developing and managing CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with GITLAB functionality, error codes and scriptingExperience with RedHat OpenShift
• Experience developing webapps with Python
• Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational Skills: Can plan and prioritize work. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion and makes sure that everything has been done to the right standard. Good attention to detail.
• Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently to team members and clients, verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ArcGIS or geospatial technologies
• Experience using AWS services/technologies (e.g. CloudFormation, S3, ECS, EKS)
• Experience with AWS Serverless architectures (lambda, API gateway, load balancing, autoscaling)
• Experience with troubleshooting, configuring, and deploying docker containers
• Experience writing, maintaining, and describing architecture diagrams
• Team Collaboration tools and administration (Jira, Confluence, RocketChat)
• Microsoft and/or AWS certifications