Overview:

SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our team! Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a continuous integration/continuous development (CI/CD) environment using containerization technologies (e.g. Red Hat Openshift, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.) and cloud environments (e.g. Amazon Web Services). This position requires full-time, onsite support at NSWC Dahlgren and could require occasional off-hours support (e.g. evenings).

Travel: None Clearance:

An ACTIVE Top Secret Clearance (with SCI eligibility) is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements:

- At least 3 years' experience supporting code deployments to a cloud environment
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)
- Must be proficient in Windows OS
- Must have active Security+ certification

Responsibilities:

- Conduct daily system checks
- Support code deployments to Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
- Perform CI/CD pipeline patching, upgrades, and vulnerability scans, including Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scans
- Capture new processes and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Manage GitLab groups
- Implement Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

- Experience working with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kubernetes (ELK) stacks
- Advanced AWS certifications (e.g. DevOps Engineer Professional, Solutions Architect Professional)
- Elasticsearch and Kibana certifications
- Kubernetes Administrator certification
- CompTIA CASP or CISSP certification

Education: BS in STEM field preferred but not required Compensation:

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

 

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $150,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers. 

Benefits:

At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs. 

We offer:

 

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
• Supplemental Benefit Program 

Why Work for SimVentions?:

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

 

Support Our Warfighters

 

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

 

Drive Customer Success

 

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back

 

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

 

Build Innovative Technology

 

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

 

Work with Brilliant People

 

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

 

Create Meaningful Solutions

 

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

 

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks like:

• Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
• Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
• Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
• Resources:  Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
• Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
• Corporate Fellowship:  Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
• Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
• Food: We have a lot of food around here!

 

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