BT-208 – Systems & DevOps Engineer Location: Tysons, VA **Please do NOT apply if you do not have an active Poly clearance. Those without a Poly will not be considered.** Position Description: The Systems Engineer is responsible the applications infrastructure across all networks. Technical support to make application security compliant. Responsible for tech precepts implementation and contractually responsible to be part of a 24/7 on call rotation. Key Responsibilities: System Design & Implementation: Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.

Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability. Security & Redundancy: Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans. Automation & Scripting: Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components. Collaboration: Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support. Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations. Required Skills: Experience: 2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles. CI/CD Knowledge: Proven experience configuring CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and automated testing tools. Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix, version control (Git), and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar). Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Preferred Skills: Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible. Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with test frameworks Desired Attributes: Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective. Strong time management and organizational skills. A passion for IT and continuous learning.