Job Summary:
Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and environments. They are seeking a qualified Junior to Mid-Level DevOps Engineer to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure in their Chantilly, VA office.
Responsibilities:
• Proficient with Windows and Linux systems
• Manage systems hardware and software infrastructure for both on prem and in the cloud
• Provide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products
• Support the development of system documentation
• Develop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs
• Maintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking
• Ability to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues
• Perform hardware and software installation, cabling coordination, and basic networking
• Follow change management and implementation best practices
• Collaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed
• Scripting experience (e.g., Powershell, C#, C++, XML, JSON, etc)
• Execute and coordinate the end-to-end remediation of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.
• Deploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster
• Build containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash
Qualifications:
Required:
• 3-7 years of hands-on Windows Server OS and Linux system administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• Proficient with Windows and Linux systems
• Manage systems hardware and software infrastructure for both on prem and in the cloud
• Provide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products
• Support the development of system documentation
• Develop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs
• Maintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking
• Ability to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues
• Perform hardware and software installation, cabling coordination, and basic networking
• Follow change management and implementation best practices
• Collaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed
• Scripting experience (e.g., Powershell, C#, C++, XML, JSON, etc)
• Execute and coordinate the end-to-end remediation of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.
• Deploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster
• Build containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash
• Solid understanding of Windows OS
• Solid understanding of Linux
• Experience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment
• Familiarity with common hardware vendors (e.g., HP, Dell, etc.) and cloud providers (e.g. AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and collaborations skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Experience with LAN/WAN operations and protocols
• Experience working in development and operational environments
• Current active TS with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Experience working in development and operational networking environments
Preferred:
• VMware vSphere configuration and maintenance experience
• A current TS/SCI with Poly
• A valid CompTIA Security+ CE certification
• Experience with System monitoring tools
• Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure or similar)
• Experience working in an enterprise or multi-site environments
Company:
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world. Founded in 1947, the company is headquartered in Dallas, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.