IT​/DevOps Specialist

Location: TBD / On-site as required

Employment Type: Full-Time

Clearance: Active Secret Required

Phased N Research is seeking a talented IT / Dev Ops Specialist to support our growing Radar Modeling & Simulation Army programs
. This mid- to senior-level role will contribute to mission-critical radar modeling, simulation development, and advanced software engineering efforts in support of U.S. Army customers. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated technical professional with strong systems, networking, and Dev Ops experience in secure government or large-scale commercial environments.

• Design, build, implement, and maintain network systems in accordance with organizational and security standards
• Manage LAN systems, including testing, installation, configuration, and ongoing support
• Troubleshoot network performance issues and implement capacity planning solutions
• Utilize software and hardware diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex network issues
• Analyze network traffic and optimize overall system performance

• Administer Linux operating systems (Rocky Linux, Red Hat, Ubuntu) and Windows environments
• Manage Podman and Docker containers and containerized applications
• Maintain user accounts, access controls, and security policies using Active Directory
• Manage and support specialized hardware including GPUs, NPUs, and NVIDIA NICs
• Oversee Git Lab Enterprise administration, including repository management and CI/CD pipelines

• Provide technical guidance and operational support for information systems
• Support software development teams with infrastructure, tooling, and automation needs
• Implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops workflows
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and evaluations of software products

• Communicate clearly and professionally during system installations and technical support activities
• Participate in briefings, design reviews, program reviews, and technical interchange meetings
• Collaborate with Program Management, Division Leadership, and government personnel
• Compile and maintain records and reports related to network operations and system maintenance

• High school diploma with 6+ years of relevant technical experience in government or large commercial environments OR
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (may substitute for experience)
• Industry certifications such as MCSE, MCITP, or equivalent preferred
• Security+ certification (current and up to date) required

• Linux system administration (Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS)
• Container technologies:
  Podman, Docker
• Git Lab Enterprise administration and CI/CD pipeline management
• Active Directory and Windows Server administration
• Network protocols and services: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, static and dynamic routing
• Advanced networking concepts: RDMA/RoCE, RDMA/Infini Band, Ethernet switching
• Network equipment configuration and management (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Remote access and management tools (SSH, PuTTY, Remote Desktop)
• Specialized hardware support (GPUs, NPUs, NVIDIA NICs)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• High attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset
• Adaptable, flexible, and quick to learn new technologies

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret security clearance required

• Position may require periodic travel to customer sites
• Physical requirements may include occasional heavy lifting
• Candidate must demonstrate readiness to assume new projects and additional responsibilities as assigned