Title: Systems Engineer ~ DevOps System Automation
Location: National Capital Region
Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph
Job Details:
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Work independently to analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures to develop system requirements and solutions
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Lead system design, development, and engineering activities, including feasibility studies and analysis of alternatives
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Provide technical leadership across system integration, architecture, and implementation efforts
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Design and implement scalable hybrid/multi-cloud architectures across Azure, AWS, and GCP
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Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI) and manage containerized platforms (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm)
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Apply Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and Configuration as Code (Ansible) to automate deployments and operations
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Develop scripts (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and implement secrets management solutions
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Support distributed systems, including stateful services, system integration, and global load balancing
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Incorporate Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles and ensure secure, resilient system design
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Develop architecture documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and security documentation
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Guide system implementation planning, testing, and lifecycle optimization, including trade studies
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Ensure technical integrity of deliverables and resolve complex system issues
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Communicate with government stakeholders and deliver executive-level briefings
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Lead design efforts, mentor junior staff, and support high-risk or complex programs
Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
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Minimum eight (8) years of directly related experience
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration (Kubernetes/Docker), and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
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Proficiency with Terraform (IaC), Ansible (CaC), and scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
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Experience with distributed systems, automation, and secure architecture (including ZTA and secrets management)
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Strong background in system integration, architecture design, and technical documentation
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Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and Microsoft Certified Professional (or equivalent) certification
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Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired
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Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled
