Peraton
Systems Engineer
We are seeking a Systems Engineer with hands-on expertise in deploying and maintaining containerized applications in Kubernetes environments, particularly Red Hat OpenShift. This is a privileged user role, fully on-site in a Herndon SCIF, supporting secure, mission-critical systems. Key responsibilities include: Deploy, manage, and maintain systems on OpenShift/Kubernetes platforms Troubleshoot complex issues in containerized and virtual environments Perform privileged administrative tasks in secure systems Support container deployment, configuration, automation, and orchestration Administer PKI-secured networks and Linux/UNIX systems; script in Bash and Python Collaborate with developers and security teams to ensure compliance Maintain documentation and support RMF processes Required qualifications and experience include: Active TS clearance with SCI adjudication and ability to obtain CI Polygraph BA/BS degree with 5 years experience Additional 4 years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification Eligible and willing to serve as a privileged user 5+ years of IT systems administration experience 5+ years administering Linux/UNIX systems 5+ years scripting with Bash and Python 2+ years deploying and administering containerized systems (Kubernetes/OpenShift) 2+ years managing PKI-secured networks 1+ year working with Apache NiFi Preferred experience includes: 2+ years administering systems in AWS 2+ years CI/CD with Jenkins Experience with PostgreSQL or other RDBMS Familiarity with RMF, system A&A processes, and documentation practices Experience using requirements management or traceability tools Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
We are seeking a Systems Engineer with hands-on expertise in deploying and maintaining containerized applications in Kubernetes environments, particularly Red Hat OpenShift. This is a privileged user role, fully on-site in a Herndon SCIF, supporting secure, mission-critical systems. Key responsibilities include: Deploy, manage, and maintain systems on OpenShift/Kubernetes platforms Troubleshoot complex issues in containerized and virtual environments Perform privileged administrative tasks in secure systems Support container deployment, configuration, automation, and orchestration Administer PKI-secured networks and Linux/UNIX systems; script in Bash and Python Collaborate with developers and security teams to ensure compliance Maintain documentation and support RMF processes Required qualifications and experience include: Active TS clearance with SCI adjudication and ability to obtain CI Polygraph BA/BS degree with 5 years experience Additional 4 years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification Eligible and willing to serve as a privileged user 5+ years of IT systems administration experience 5+ years administering Linux/UNIX systems 5+ years scripting with Bash and Python 2+ years deploying and administering containerized systems (Kubernetes/OpenShift) 2+ years managing PKI-secured networks 1+ year working with Apache NiFi Preferred experience includes: 2+ years administering systems in AWS 2+ years CI/CD with Jenkins Experience with PostgreSQL or other RDBMS Familiarity with RMF, system A&A processes, and documentation practices Experience using requirements management or traceability tools Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.