May 9
Top Secret/SCI
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
IT - Security
Augusta, GA (On-Site/Office)
DevOps Engineer (On-site)
Job Description
Polaris is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Linux systems administration, and a background in Big Data solutions, configuration management, automation, scripting, containers, and AWS. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our services. This role is primarily based on-site in Augusta, GA, with occasional travel required both within the continental U.S. (CONUS) and internationally (OCONUS).
If you have a passion for DevOps and are interested in working with a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Anticipated Salary Range: $155,000 - $210,000. This range represents Polaris’ good faith estimate of the salary for this position, based on the role’s location, scope of responsibilities, and market benchmarks. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s relevant education, certifications, years of experience, specialized skills, and internal equity considerations.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS
Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment
Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services
Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS
Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary
Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance
Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Security Clearance - Current TS/SCI level U.S. Government security clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required.
3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting
Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible or Puppet
Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
Experience with application and OS deployment, scaling, and management
Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go
Familiarity with Git and other development tools.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites
Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) and computing environment cert (i.e. BDP System Admin cert)
Must be willing to travel OCONUS and CONUS 10% of the time
Must be able to work on customer site in Augusta, GA 5 days a week. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.
Preferred Requirements
Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Spark, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
Experience with containers EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform are a plus.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) company match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company Provided Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
AD&D Insurance
Disability insurance
Polaris Consulting Group, Inc., is an 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business based in Alexandria, VA. Our cleared business professionals are experienced, knowledgeable, subject matter experts who make our clients’ mission their own. We combine innovation with expertise and industry-standard techniques to deliver people, processes, technology, and information solutions critical to mission success. www.polarisgov.com
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. To comply with the District of Columbia's Pay Transparency Requirements, Polaris provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Washington D.C. Actual compensation is influenced by various factors, including skill set, experience level, and specific office location.
Job Description
Polaris is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Linux systems administration, and a background in Big Data solutions, configuration management, automation, scripting, containers, and AWS. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our services. This role is primarily based on-site in Augusta, GA, with occasional travel required both within the continental U.S. (CONUS) and internationally (OCONUS).
If you have a passion for DevOps and are interested in working with a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Anticipated Salary Range: $155,000 - $210,000. This range represents Polaris’ good faith estimate of the salary for this position, based on the role’s location, scope of responsibilities, and market benchmarks. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s relevant education, certifications, years of experience, specialized skills, and internal equity considerations.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS
Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment
Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services
Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS
Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary
Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance
Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Security Clearance - Current TS/SCI level U.S. Government security clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required.
3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting
Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible or Puppet
Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
Experience with application and OS deployment, scaling, and management
Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go
Familiarity with Git and other development tools.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites
Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) and computing environment cert (i.e. BDP System Admin cert)
Must be willing to travel OCONUS and CONUS 10% of the time
Must be able to work on customer site in Augusta, GA 5 days a week. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.
Preferred Requirements
Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Spark, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
Experience with containers EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform are a plus.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) company match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company Provided Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
AD&D Insurance
Disability insurance
Polaris Consulting Group, Inc., is an 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business based in Alexandria, VA. Our cleared business professionals are experienced, knowledgeable, subject matter experts who make our clients’ mission their own. We combine innovation with expertise and industry-standard techniques to deliver people, processes, technology, and information solutions critical to mission success. www.polarisgov.com
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. To comply with the District of Columbia's Pay Transparency Requirements, Polaris provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in Washington D.C. Actual compensation is influenced by various factors, including skill set, experience level, and specific office location.
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