Millennium Space Systems · 23 hours ago
DevOps Engineer (Mid-Level, Senior or Lead)
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$177K/yr - $239K/yr
3+ years expBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their Mission Operations team in Herndon, VA. The role involves performing system automation tasks, providing support for mission-critical platforms, and implementing best DevOps practices with modern tooling systems.
AerospaceSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Set up automation and tooling for installation and configuration of Windows servers, Linux servers, Windows workstations, and related software components
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular maintenance tasks such as applying updates, patches, and security fixes with automation
Automate configuration and management of network services, such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory, to facilitate communication and resource sharing within the network
Automate implementation and management of backup strategies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery capabilities in case of system failures or data loss. Automate monitoring of system performance to support capacity planning and backup and disaster recovery planning
Automate implementation and maintenance of security measures, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and access controls, to protect the system from unauthorized access, malware, and other security threats
Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to improve overall system efficiency and responsiveness
Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps, as well as generate reports on system performance, security, and compliance
Participate in planning and implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations. Ensure compatibility and adherence to best practices, leading by example
Stay current on latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices. Continuously and proactively hone and grow skills and knowledge
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance with current full scope polygraph, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.) This position is contingent on clearance verification and customer concurrence
3+ years of experience with Development Operations (DevOps)
3+ years of experience with scripting programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or similar
Amazon Web Services (AWS) experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or higher
Level 4: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 5: 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Network protocols and services knowledge, such as DNS, DHCP
Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware, to perform virtual machine management, resource allocation, and performance optimization
Familiarity with using a scripting language such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve efficiency
Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Jenkins
Certifications in DevOps, DevOps Tooling, or IT Certifications
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems, a provider of agile, flight-proven small-satellite solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-08-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Robert Jacobsen
Chief Financial Officer
Shasta Noble
Chief Financial Officer
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