OpenShift DevOps Engineer

SPECTRIC LABS, INC.
Chantilly, VA, United States
28 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$100,000.0 - $190,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Configuration Management Program Optimization Computer Networks Linux DevOps File Systems Hyper-V Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration
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OpenShift Package Management Systems Performance Tuning Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Server Virtualization Systems Integration Virtualization Technology Computer Networking Systems Delivery Pipeline Large Language Models Containerization Gitlab-ci Kubernetes Information Technology Deployment Automation Patch Management Puppet Network Server Devsecops Docker Jenkins Vmware

Job description

o Familiarity with package managers like apt, yum, and rpm for software installation and updates o Familiar with Linux networking concepts. o Knowledge of partitioning, file systems (e.g., ext4), and disk management o Administration of hybrid infrastructures (on-premises and cloud) utilizing platforms such as AWS and VMware. o Manage complex multi-domain environments, including user access, permission management, and security policies. o Implement high-level automation processes to streamline server provisioning, system patching, and infrastructure upgrades.

  • System Optimization and Performance Tuning: o Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across infrastructure, applications, and network systems, leveraging deep expertise in performance analysis and system diagnostics. o Develop and maintain complex automation scripts (shell, Python, etc.) to handle large-scale tasks, such as automated deployments, patch management, and monitoring.

Requirements

Spectric Labs is looking for a motivated engineer to help us make an immediate impact for our customers and our company located in Chantilly, VA. We are a small, growing company seeking a candidate responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of a globally deployed, classified, Linux-based research and development network. Successful candidates will have experience working on TS/SCI systems and networks and be familiar with security policies, procedures, and tools. Ideal candidates will also have a working knowledge of DevOps tools for the development, build, and deployment of software on Linux-based systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Linux DevOps Tools: o Expertise in DevSecOps practices, with hands-on experience managing CI/CD pipelines, automation, and secure system integrations (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps). o Expertise with the deployment and administration of OpenShift, including cluster configuration, GPU-enabled node management, accelerator resource scheduling, LLM workload deployment, container orchestration, workload management, access controls, and integration with enterprise infrastructure. o Strong understanding of virtualization (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware) and cloud technologies (Azure, AWS). o Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman) o Experience with container deployment technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Nomad) , o Experience using Puppet and Ansible for configuration management of Linux-based servers. o Working knowledge of Red Hat Satellite for lifecycle management of physical and virtual servers, and for operating and securing RHEL environments.

  • Linux Infrastructure Design and Administration: o Experience with Linux-based system administration on, Red Hat operating, o Top Secret security clearance with access to SCI and a CI polygraph. o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). o 3+ years of experience in Linux-based DevOps or systems administration, including managing enterprise-level infrastructures. o Security+ certification. o Passport, or willingness to obtain one.

Benefits & conditions

Spectric Labs uses advanced technology to address Intelligence Community challenges in innovative ways. Join our team of engineers and make an immediate impact for our clients. As part of our engineering team, you’ll demonstrate that there’s a creative solution to every problem. Your passion, creativity, and dedication drive you to apply the most innovative methods to tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the US Government., * A dynamic, rewarding, and flexible work environment within a rapidly expanding company.

  • Employer contribution equal to 25% of your gross salary to your 401(k) plan , * Up to 40 days of paid time off each year, based on your industry experience, with an annual cash-out bonus for unused vacation days.

  • Generous medical, dental, vision benefits, and life insurance.
  • Annual employer contribution of $3,500 to your Health Savings Account.
  • $10,000 cash bonus if you decline medical coverage and have qualifying medical coverage from another group health insurance plan.

  • Spectric Labs is entirely employee-owned, and all employees are eligible to participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $100K-$190K. This range is not guaranteed and will depend on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer Spectric Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disabilities, genetic factors, veteran status, or other protected status as required by law.

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