Senior Systems Administrator & CI/CD Lead

LUFCO INC.
Aberdeen, MD, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Confluence JIRA Bash Shell Ubuntu (Operating System) Configuration Management Cyber Security Continuous Integration Linux Machine Learning
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Windows Servers Network Connections Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Zero Trust Network Access Software Engineering Data Streaming Data Logging Scripting Git Kubernetes Information Technology Atlassian Tools Terraform Data Pipelines Devsecops Docker Jenkins Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

The Senior Systems Administrator & CI/CD Lead (SA4) acts as the infrastructure backbone across Enterprise & Edge Cyber, Hydra Open API, and LINCHPIN data pipelines. This expert stands up CI/CD automation pipelines, provisions secure test sandboxes, manages enclave patching routines, and integrates automated data streams into core delivery infrastructure., * Infrastructure & CI/CD Pipeline Management:

  • Build, maintain, and secure the CI/CD development infrastructure for Hydra Open API releases and LINCHPIN AI/ML models.
  • Integrate data pipelines into cloud and edge deployment environments (CDRL D11).
  • Enclave Patching & Configuration Control:
  • Perform monthly enclave patching, system maintenance, and configuration logging (CDRL D9).
  • Support CUI laboratory operations, receiving Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), deploying vendor software, and maintaining network connectivity.
  • Zero-Trust Infrastructure Support:
  • Provision and sustain sandboxes for System Acceptance Testing (D7) and vulnerability scanning.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Network Engineering.
  • 4+ years of relevant systems administration experience in lieu of a degree.
  • DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II/III (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, Linux+, or CASP+).

Experience:

  • 6+ years managing Linux/Windows enterprise infrastructure, DevSecOps/CI/CD pipelines, and network enclaves in DoD environments.
  • Experience supporting CUI-compliant lab facilities near APG or managing Atlassian toolsets (Jira/Confluence) for software release management is preferred.

Skills:

  • Technical: Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu), Windows Server, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, Ansible/Terraform, STIG compliance, Bash/Python scripting.
  • Soft Skills: High reliability, systematic problem-solving, collaborative teamwork.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments.

Benefits & conditions

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  • Referral program
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, Why Join Us?
  • Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives and make a real difference in protecting our nation.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in SIGINT and related fields.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within a growing company.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled and supportive engineers who are passionate about their work.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract.
  • Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
  • For the full list of Lufco Benefits, visit our website: https://www.lufburrow.com/careers

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