Site Reliability Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Check out this NEW Opportunity with Axient! Axient is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. Axient advances defense and civilian missions from aerospace to cyberspace with multi-domain test and analysis, mission engineering and operations, and advanced technologies. Our employees are the backbone of our success and deserve recognition and respect. Competitive salaries and benefits, a supportive corporate culture, and management who care about their team and their mission are just some of the ways we prioritize our employees. We provide a supportive environment that promotes work/life balance. Enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and adoption reimbursements. What you will do Primary Role The Site Reliability Engineer will manage laboratory network assets for development and testing efforts. Key Functions Maintain Development LAN services including Jira, GitLab, and Nexus
Manage user accounts across Linux-based DevLAN
Maintain, update, and secure services running on DevLAN
Create scripts to assist with system/network administration
Ensure periodic backups are being performed correctly
Enforce network and system security practices
Perform periodic updates to Linux distro
Manage lab resources across multiple different projects and changing priorities
Work with developers to ensure clear tasking to achieve project goals
Ensure approved RMF procedures are being complied with
Maintain CICD pipeline process and artifacts Skills you will need Required Education/Experience Associates degree
5+ years' experience in Linux system and system administration
Desired Education/Experience Bachelor's degree
10+ years' experience in Linux system and system administration
Required Skills Strong planning and organizational skills
Scripting using Bash, Python, etc.
Ability to manage GitLab, Jira, Nexus, and CICD pipeline practices
Experience with Git repositories and GitLab
Experience with Podman, Docker, Docker compose, and Docker registries
Demonstrated ability to understand enterprise level systems
Demonstrated ability to shift from one project to another in a dynamic work environment
Desired Skills Strong problem-solving skills
Competence in software and system design, management, and sustainment
Familiarity with SQL and database design and sustainment
Familiarity with Nginx and proxies
Management of Virtual Machines, VM Ware, Proxmox and Virtual Box
Automation and Scripting skills including Ansible Automation
Cloud implementation knowledge
Good understanding of RMF compliance process and implementation
Strong motivation to expand knowledge and skills
Ability to approach classical problems with new ideas and innovation
Travel This position will require overnight travel up to 10 percent of the time. Trip durations may range from overnight to several weeks.
Clearance Only candidates who currently possess an active Top Secret / SCI clearance will be considered. Must have ability to get Special Access. Applicants for positions which require DoD security clearance must meet eligibility requirements to include US citizenship.

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