Linux Systems Administrator​/Field Engineer - Bash​/Python​/Linux​/Jira

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Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Captivation Software is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator/Field Engineer to support operational systems at multiple military locations, both CONUS and OCONUS the majority of the time. Will interface with users at all levels to help them understand our product. Must be interested in traveling up to 50% of the time. Hybrid work the rest of the time locally with our Ft.

Belvoir, VA customer.

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

• Troubleshoot moderately complex problems which may involve the server and network infrastructure.
• Provide technical support to the development teams for integrating/deploying applications into the production environment.
• Provide guidance, recommendations and technical assistance on hardware and software as needed to development teams and project managers.
• Have a broad understanding of software systems, along with backup and monitoring software, network storage and file storage technologies.
• Tune, optimize, and troubleshoot environments for the customer.
• Support the test and deployment of new applications and/or upgrades.
• Support the maintenance of the accreditation package for software packages.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is required; U.S. Citizen required. Can consider candidates with a TS+ level clearance as well.

• At least 9 years of experience in Linux Systems Administration with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Must have experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, etc.
• Experience performing software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software applications.
• Experience working closely with Software or Systems Development teams to troubleshoot systems and applications.
• Experience leveraging a ticketing system for support requests (JIRA, Service Now, etc.)
• Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+).
• Ability to interface with users/customers at multiple military locations both CONUS and OCONUS. Travel will be up to 50% of the time and the rest of the time is 50% on customer site in a hybrid schedule out of Ft. Belvoir, VA. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

• Experience with Big Data technologies is a huge plus (Hadoop, Kafka, Accumulo, Storm, Hortonworks, Cloudera).
• Experience with Cloud technologies a plus (AWS, Azure)
• Higher level clearance is desired, but not required. Can consider up to a TS/SCI with a Polygraph.

• Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day
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• Above Market Hourly Rates
• $3,400 HSA Contribution
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

As set forth in Captivation Software’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.