Systems Engineer 2 (Hybrid) - Linux/Puppet/Ansible/VMware/Hardware/Network
Captivation SoftwareAbout the role
Build Something to Be Proud Of.
Captivation Software 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 Software is looking for a mid level systems engineer who will be acting and assisting with other daily responsibilities.
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:
- Fourteen (14) 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.
- Active IAT II CWIP / DoD 8570 compliant cert (i.e., Security+), or obtained within 90 days of starting.
- Active RedHat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) or better, or obtained within 90 days of starting.
Required Skills:
- Experienced leader, mentor, and bringing people together to work on common goals.
- Experienced with gathering and documenting requirements, long-term planning, and working with outside teams.
- At least 3 years of experience with Linux.
- Familiarity with puppet, ansible, and/or VMware.
- Experience with hardware lifecycles.
Desired Skills:
- L2/L3 network experience and NFS or S3 storage appliances.
This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.
Benefits
- Annual Salary: $125,000 - $250,000 (Depends on the years of experience)
- Up to 20% 401k contribution (no matching required)
- Above market hourly rates
- $3,200 HSA Contribution
- 5 Weeks Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Employee Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance / Life Insurance / Short-Term & Long-Term Disability / AD&D
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