About EpiSci

EpiSci is redefining tactical mission autonomy. These technologies span across defense and commercial domains. At our core, we wield the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, autonomy algorithms, wireless communications, and digital signal processing to surmount the most formidable national security challenges. Our tactical AI offers robustness, dependability, and a rapid adaptability that thrives on the frontlines of emerging missions and obstacles. Our AI increases human capability in aircraft like the F-22 and F-16; it’s revolutionizing wireless tactical communication systems and filling the skies with swarms of autonomous UAVs supercharged by sensor fusion.

About the role

At EpiSci, you will:

• Lead the setup, administration, and maintenance of EpiSci’s DevSecOps environments, processes, and tools to enhance product quality, strengthen software security, and improve developer experience
• Administer, supports, and maintains Docker container environments
• Oversee the setup, support, and maintenance of binary repository management tools
• Administer and maintains High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments
• Collaborate with ISSOs and ISSMs to ensure compliance with security requirements

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security/Computer Science/related engineering field
• 2+ years of experience performing DevSecOps in the defense industry
• Familiarity with working in DevSecOps environments for software development teams, both on-premises and within the defense industry at classified and unclassified levels
• Experience in setting up and managing on-premises instances of Rancher Federal (RKE2) Kubernetes, GitLab, Artifactory, Azure, Python, C++, and Azure Container Registry within the defense sector
• Proficiency with Linux operating systems, particularly RHEL and Ubuntu
• Experience in identifying and remediating vulnerabilities in Python and C++ software

Travel Requirements:

• Must be willing to travel as projects requires; estimated average travel is once every other month for between 2 days up to 1 week (~20%)
• This role is based in Ft. Walton Beach, FL (near Eglin AFB). While preference is given to candidates local to the area, applicants from other locations across the U.S. will be considered, provided they are willing to travel for this position

Security Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must hold or be eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) 

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science/related Engineering field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience performing DevSecOps in the defense industry
• Extensive experience leading, setting up, administering, and maintaining DevSecOps environments for software development teams both on-premises and in the defense industry at classified and unclassified levels
• Proven expertise in setting up and managing on-premises instances of Docker, Nexus, and SonarQube, with proficiency in writing Docker files, using Docker Compose, and managing Docker containers via the command line
• Current U.S. Top Secret (TS) clearance

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $120,000 to $145,000 USD annually.