Systems Administrator 2 - Bash/Docker/CI/CD/Unix/RKE2

Captivation Software • Annapolis Junction, MD

5h • $130,000 - $270,000

About The Position

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level systems administrator who will be assisting with daily responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
• Ten (10) years’ experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
• Basic knowledge of RKE2 and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration
• Proficiency in Bash scripting and Unix/Linux operating systems
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience with additional automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Jenkins
• Knowledge of networking concepts and cloud platforms (AWS)
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot applications on RKE2 and Kubernetes clusters
• Write and maintain Bash scripts for automation and management tasks
• Manage Docker container deployments and orchestration
• Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring reliability and scalability
• Collaborate with developers to ensure smooth and efficient software releases
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide support for production environments
• Document processes, workflows, and configurations

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
• Above Market Hourly Rates
• $3,600 HSA Contribution
• 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level