Captivation

Software engineering for mission-focused teams

Systems Engineer 1

System AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAnnapolis Junction, MD, USA$130k - $270k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable polygraph; candidates must be U.S. citizens.
Seven years of experience as a systems engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
A bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required; five additional years of systems engineering experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree.
Proficiency using the Linux command-line interface and Linux tools.
Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems.
Experience developing Bash and Python automation scripts to streamline operational and maintenance tasks.
Experience with the Agency's STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies.
Familiarity with basic Cisco switch configuration.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and containers.
Experience creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system spanning multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience administering Windows systems.
Experience with NetApp storage devices.
Experience with virtualization technologies, including vSphere and vCenter.
Experience with Atlassian Suite tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Build to something to be proud of.

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.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level systems engineer who shall collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system that spans multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.

Requirements

Security Clearance:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

Seven (7) years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required
Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Required Skills:

Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems
Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks
Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies
Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration
Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and container
Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Desired Skills:

Experience administering Windows systems
Experience with NetApp storage devices
Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter
Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

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

Benefits

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
6 Weeks Paid Time Off
Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

About the Company

Captivation

Software engineering for mission-focused teams

Captivation builds digital software for mission makers by delivering engineering services across a wide range of disciplines. The work is collaborative, with teams that move quickly like a small business and take pride in what they develop. The company emphasizes transparency, a flat organizational structure, and a developer-focused culture, which enables engineers to work directly and iteratively with clients. Compared with larger firms, Captivation differentiates itself through its focus on timely delivery, practical problem solving, and actively pursuing challenging projects for the Intelligence Community, using modern software technologies. The goal is to produce solutions that clients value, on time, while growing the team and empowering its engineers to take ownership of their work.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Columbia, MD
Founded: 2014

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