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# Junior DevOps Systems Engineer [$238k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly

- **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC.
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $238,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Scripting, System Availability, Software Security, Git, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9013990/junior-devops-systems-engineer-238kyr-tssci-fs-poly

## About the Role

* Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
 * Years of experience: 6+ years
 * Total Compensation: $238k+ yearly (tentative)

## Description

* Manage applications infrastructure.
 * Design and implement operating systems and application software.
 * Perform software testing.
 * Monitor system performance and implement system security.
 * Automate tasks using scripting.
 * Conduct requirements analysis and technical writing.
 * Requires experience in Systems Engineering, Software Testing, and DevOps, with a focus on continuous integration and software configuration management.
 * Utilize Jenkins, Linux, Git, Python, and Bash.
 * Apply Agile methodologies.
 * Preferred skills include Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes., * Responsible for the applications infrastructure across all networks.
 * Provide technical support to ensure application security compliance.
 * Implement technical precepts and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
 * System Design & Implementation: Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
 * Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
 * Security & Redundancy: Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
 * Automation & Scripting: Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
 * Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components.
 * Collaboration: Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
 * Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support.
 * Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations.
 * Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Software Testing, Software Development, System Security, Workflow automation, Requirements Analysis, Communications/Technical Writing, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Software Configuration Management (DevOps, Continuous Integration/Delivery), Jenkins/Hudson, Linux, Git, Python, Bash, Agile/Scrum.
 * Preferred Skills: Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes.


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