IT Ops-Jr with Security Clearance - Washington DC

Company: Seed Innovations
Location: Washington, DC
Posted On: 05/05/2024

IT Operations - Jr Washington D.C./National Capitol Region (NCR) Why Seed?--- --- Our engineers push the envelope to deliver high-availability, self-healing systems that operate in the cloud and on-premisesWe have multiple customers throughout the region interested in efficient, scalable mission solutions that take full advantage of the latest software engineering approachesOur architecture, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps experience are unparalleled along the Front RangeWe take pride in hiring bright minds that aren't satisfied with the status quoHelp us build better government systems, one customer at a time! Seed is a family-centered, fun-loving, high-energy, innovative teamCheck us out and be a part of the solution!--- ------ Due to our customer base, U.Scitizenship is requiredSecret security clearance will be requiredExisting clearance preferredApplicants selected will be subject to a U.SGovernment security investigationIndividuals must either be fully vaccinated or be approved for an accommodation to perform services for Seed InnovationsLocation: Washington D.C., NCR; remote work options available --- Job Description and Required Skills:--- Seed Innovations is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Junior-Level IT Operations Support professional with expertise in Kubernetes to join our dynamic teamThe successful candidate will have extensive experience managing Kubernetes clusters, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and providing exceptional customer serviceThe candidate will be responsible for ensuring system availability and performance, improving processes, and implementing system enhancementsResponsibilities include: --- Manage Kubernetes clusters for AI/ML platform deployment, including cluster setup, application monitoring, and maintenance --- Provide technical support to customers and other IT support team members for platform-related issues --- Work closely with DevSecOps team to ensure seamless deployment and integration of Kubernetes-based applications --- Troubleshoot common Kubernetes-related and platform issues and provide timely resolutions --- Work with environment IT staff to troubleshoot and assist in resolving networking and security integration issues between the platform and the larger environment Required Skills: --- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in IT operations and support --- Technical knowledge in Kubernetes services/resources, administration, and management --- Hands-on development experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm --- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technology concepts such as container hardening, Kubernetes network policies, ingress controllers, custom resource definitions, and operators --- Experience in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform and their services --- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools such as CI/CD pipelines and IaC/CaC --- Experience with Terraform, Ansible, FluxCD, and Gitlab CI/Runner for automation --- Strong Bash and Python coding skills --- Privileged User Certification: DoD 8570.01-M, IASAE Level II--- --- Security+ or equivalent------ --- Desired Skills:--- --- Ability to master new technologies and gain an expert-level understanding of the latest approaches (auto-scaled cloud-based systems, serverless architectures, cloud/on-premises hybrid solutions)--- --- Knowledge of Git-based source version control, build/release tools and methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines--- --- Experience with AKS, EKS, Rancher, OCP, K3D, or K3S--- --- Capable of building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for a large enterprise that consists of multiple applications--- --- Strong 'security first' mindset --- Preference for 'automation and test' --- Familiar with microservice architectures (REST, JMS, AMQP)--- --- Experience with Istio --- Educational Requirements:--- --- 1-3 years of experience with Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or technical degree or 10+ equivalent experience --- Salary Range: --- $70,000 - $130,000 Benefits Include:--- --- Benefits Pool: Health, Retirement & PTO/Sick Leave--- --- Variable compensation also included--- --- Company provided STD, LTD and Life--- --- Seed Innovations is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. More...

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