The Role
The Senior Operational Systems Engineer will build DevOps pipelines and deploy infrastructure using various tools, provide on-call support, and maintain documentation.
Summary Generated by Built In
Hoplite Solutions is seeking a Senior Operational Systems Engineer to join our growing team on a contract in Chantilly, VA.
In this position the Senior level Operational Systems Engineer will be:
• Building a DevOps pipeline using AWS, Azure, Google technologies, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and tool like Ansible and Terraform
• Building and deploying infrastructure using Automation tools such as Linux scripting, Python, and PowerShell
• Using knowledge of APIs to design RESTful services, and integrate them with existing data providers, using JSON or XML as needed
• Oral and written communication skills providing design, standard operating procedures and security documentation
• Willingness to learn new technologies and help clients with their technical issues before escalating to senior staff
• Provide emergency 24x7 on-call support to mission systems as needed on a rotating basis
Basic Qualification:
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
• 7+ years’ background in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Cyber Forensics, Engineering, or other related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training and work/military experience
• 7+ years’ experience working in software engineering, application development and/or web application development and deployment
• Experience in automating installation, monitoring, and O&M tasks using Linux scripting or Python
• Experience working with Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Cron, iptables, permissions
• Experience with OpenVPN, SELinux, Network File System (NFS) and Common Internet File System (CIFS)
• Knowledge of web services, API, REST and RPC
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks
• Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering
• Experience with VMware technologies, to include vSphere 7/8, VSAN, and specifically VMware Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
• Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools
Desired Qualifications:
• System Administration and IT certification in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields
• Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools
• Understanding of Windows Active Directory, as well as the ability to configure/edit Windows Active Directory and Domain Services
At Hoplite Solutions, we pride ourselves on offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes full coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance for both individuals and families, along with 100% coverage for life insurance, long-term and short-term disability. Additionally, we match up to 7% of employees' contributions to their 401(k) funds and follow the federal holiday calendar for paid holidays. With 4 weeks of paid time off and $5,000 yearly for education assistance or technical training, we're dedicated to supporting our employees' professional and personal growth.
In this position the Senior level Operational Systems Engineer will be:
• Building a DevOps pipeline using AWS, Azure, Google technologies, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and tool like Ansible and Terraform
• Building and deploying infrastructure using Automation tools such as Linux scripting, Python, and PowerShell
• Using knowledge of APIs to design RESTful services, and integrate them with existing data providers, using JSON or XML as needed
• Oral and written communication skills providing design, standard operating procedures and security documentation
• Willingness to learn new technologies and help clients with their technical issues before escalating to senior staff
• Provide emergency 24x7 on-call support to mission systems as needed on a rotating basis
Basic Qualification:
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
• 7+ years’ background in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Cyber Forensics, Engineering, or other related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training and work/military experience
• 7+ years’ experience working in software engineering, application development and/or web application development and deployment
• Experience in automating installation, monitoring, and O&M tasks using Linux scripting or Python
• Experience working with Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Cron, iptables, permissions
• Experience with OpenVPN, SELinux, Network File System (NFS) and Common Internet File System (CIFS)
• Knowledge of web services, API, REST and RPC
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks
• Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering
• Experience with VMware technologies, to include vSphere 7/8, VSAN, and specifically VMware Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
• Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools
Desired Qualifications:
• System Administration and IT certification in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields
• Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools
• Understanding of Windows Active Directory, as well as the ability to configure/edit Windows Active Directory and Domain Services
At Hoplite Solutions, we pride ourselves on offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes full coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance for both individuals and families, along with 100% coverage for life insurance, long-term and short-term disability. Additionally, we match up to 7% of employees' contributions to their 401(k) funds and follow the federal holiday calendar for paid holidays. With 4 weeks of paid time off and $5,000 yearly for education assistance or technical training, we're dedicated to supporting our employees' professional and personal growth.
Skills Required
- 7+ years experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Engineering or related field
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance
- Experience in software engineering and application development
- Experience in automating tasks using Linux scripting or Python
- Experience with Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes
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The Company
What We Do
Hoplite Solutions is a small business dedicated to providing critical consulting services on a variety of high-level projects for the intelligence, defense and the commercial industry. Our competencies enable us to have a true understanding of the goals and needs of our customers and their requirements. We believe that the primary differentiator in mission success is the quality of talent on a program. To that end, we focus on hiring only the best instead of filling seats. Hoplite Solutions combine leadership, experience, and knowledge to deliver solutions and technology that our customers can trust. To learn more about Hoplite Solutions, and how we can help your organization, please visit www.hoplitesolutions.com or email [email protected]
