Job Description:
Job Summary
This role supports a defense-focused technical program delivering automation and cloud services for complex C5ISR systems. The position is responsible for implementing infrastructure and application automation, configuring and administering cloud and on-premises platforms, and enabling CI/CD and DevOps practices across development, testing, and production environments.
Key Responsibilities
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Implement automation across infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, deployment, testing, and operations
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Modernize infrastructure to support agile, automated, and jointly managed environments
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Assess compliance with IT policies, standards, and procedures and recommend improvements
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Develop automation for applications, networks, and services across development, testing, and production environments
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Collaborate with infrastructure, development, and testing teams to automate processes, reduce technical debt, and optimize CI/CD pipelines
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Support integration throughout the testing lifecycle to ensure timely delivery
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Maintain automation code and supporting files in source control repositories
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Train operations personnel on automation tools and processes
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Configure and administer cloud services in hyperscale cloud environments
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Configure and administer cloud services in on-premises cloud platforms
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Demonstrated experience in network and system administration
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Experience with virtualization technologies (Linux, Windows, VMware, etc.)
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Proficiency with source control tools such as Git and GitLab/GitHub
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Proven ability to lead medium to large infrastructure or automation projects
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Minimum of 7 years of experience in infrastructure IT operations
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in software automation and development
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At least 2 years of scripting experience
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Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I certification
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Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation
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Cloud computing certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or equivalent)
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Experience with on-premises cloud platforms
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Active Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
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Experience supporting systems and network architecture within IT operations and AI/ML environments
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Background in CI/CD, DevOps, or automation-focused roles
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Experience with distributed systems, microservices, containers, Kubernetes, and cloud architectures
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Familiarity with major cloud platforms and services
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Hands-on experience developing and managing Ansible playbooks and automation platforms
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Python scripting experience, including API integrations
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Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
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Strong focus on quality assurance, testing, and issue resolution
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills