Senior Systems Operations Engineer

1 week ago

King George, Virginia, United States SimVentions Full time

Location:
Fredericksburg, Virginia, USA

Telework:
Potential Hybrid

Clearance :
Secret (US Citizenship Required)

Experience :
Senior

Number of Openings: 1

Funding Status:
Funded

Salary Range:
$115,000 - $135,000 (Please see below for more info on salary)


SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned organization, consistently recognized as one of Virginia's premier workplaces.

We are in search of a skilled engineer to assist us in transforming our software development practices.


Over the past two decades, SimVentions has integrated a variety of tools such as build servers, artifact storage, container registries, source control, issue tracking, vulnerability scanning, and testing environments into our software development processes.

We now require your expertise to help us construct the next generation of this infrastructure and facilitate its utilization by our teams.

As a defense contractor, we adhere to numerous standards to maintain our operations. Our dedicated IT staff ensures that our corporate technology complies with contract and regulatory requirements. The tools and systems we employ must be designed with a security-first approach while remaining adaptable and functional.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our next generation of software development tools adheres to these standards and integrates seamlessly with our corporate infrastructure.


Your understanding of the software development lifecycle will be invaluable in selecting the most suitable tools for our needs.

Your extensive experience in managing Linux and Windows systems, along with software applications, will be essential for configuring them securely and scaling them to meet our growing demands.

While the challenges may be significant, you will have ample support from a knowledgeable and friendly IT team eager to assist you. Additionally, you will collaborate with a group of software developers experienced in infrastructure to guide you through requirements and implementation strategies.

There is much to accomplish, but you will have the opportunity to make a substantial impact on the 50+ software engineers at SimVentions.

Your contributions will lay the groundwork that allows them to concentrate on meeting the needs of the warfighter and delivering exceptional solutions.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team to design, build, test, and deploy modifications to both new and existing software
Expand, manage, enhance, and optimize our extensive and evolving infrastructure, both on-premise and in the cloud, to guarantee high availability and performance
Automate and streamline our operational processes
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across our development, staging, and production environments
Assist Software Engineers in building, testing, and deploying their applications
Create and implement a disaster recovery plan for our development environment
Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable infrastructure solutions utilizing cloud-based services
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth operations
Adhere to security best practices in all aspects of infrastructure, code deployment, and software development
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continually enhance our Software/DevOps processes
Select and maintain optimal tools and technologies for the continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) process
Monitor systems for malicious activity to ensure system availability

Requirements:
United States Citizenship
8+ years of experience in System Administration on Linux
5+ years of experience with the software development lifecycle
5+ years of experience using bash or python and other programming tools and techniques
3+ years of experience in Cloud Native technologies (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and architectural concepts with the ability to design, deploy, and support cloud-based systems
Experience in deployment and support for internally developed tools and applications
Familiarity with VMWare/Vsphere, Hyper V
Experience with Kubernetes
Proficiency in writing Dockerfiles for applications in multiple languages
Experience in scripting to automate repetitive tasks
Ability to debug and triage production issues
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving abilities, capacity to multitask under tight deadlines, and exceptional attention to detail; self-directed and results-oriented

Preferred Skills & Experience:
Knowledgeable in multiple programming languages
Familiarity with NIST standards
Experience in System Administration of Windows operating systems
Experience with Docker and containerization technologies
Strong understanding of network protocols and security
Experience in configuring and managing databases.

Education:
A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline or equivalent experience required

Clearance:
A Secret Clearance will be required for this position (not necessary to start).

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Travel :
None

Benefits & Compensation:
At SimVentions, we are dedicated to supporting the overall well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to meet a variety of needs.

We Offer

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive 401(k) programs
Retirement and Financial Counselors
Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
Continuing Education Assistance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, including free counseling
Supplemental Benefit Program


Compensation at SimVentions is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract-specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is Insert Range (USD).

This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.


Why Work for SimVentions? SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-oriented technically exceptional experts.

It's also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S.

military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected.

This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back


We believe that one of the best ways to be a well-rounded company is to have well-rounded employees, and one of the ways we encourage that is by providing a wide range of service opportunities for our team members to engage in throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology


SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer's success.

Work with Brilliant People

At SimVentions, we don't just hire the smartest people.

We hire experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about what they do, and who benefit from the culture that we have created here.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees Who Join SimVentions Will Enjoy Benefits Like

Impact:
work on projects that directly support the defense of our nation.

Serve:
work for a company that supports its surrounding communities.

Employee Owned:
work with the best and help build YOUR company.

Dress code:
business casual. We like to be comfortable while we work.

Healthcare:
one of the best packages in the industry.

Culture:
add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Food:
we have a lot of food around here.

Family focus:
work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.

Resources:
excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.

Open communication:
work in an environment where your voice matters.
Fitness/Well-being: opportunities to participate in company sports teams and workout groups click apply for full job details

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