Systems Administrator - Bash​/Docker​/CI​/CD​/Unix​/RKE

Systems Administrator 2 - Bash/Docker/CI/CD/Unix/RKE2

Annapolis Junction, MD

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 mid‑level systems administrator who will be assisting with daily responsibilities.

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot applications on RKE2 and Kubernetes clusters.
• Write and maintain Bash scripts for automation and management tasks.
• Manage Docker container deployments and orchestration.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure smooth and efficient software releases.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and provide support for production environments.
• Document processes, workflows, and configurations.

• Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen.

• Ten (10) years’ experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

• Basic knowledge of RKE2 and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration.
• Proficiency in Bash scripting and Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools.

• Experience with additional automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Jenkins.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and cloud platforms (AWS).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

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

• Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day
  1)
• Above Market Hourly Rates
• $3,600 HSA Contribution
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability, AD&DD

Captivation Software complies with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.