Description
Background information:
Innovative Defense Technologies(IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Software Deployment and Maintenance Specialists to be based in our Arlington, Virginia office. Overview:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex defense systems, is currently accepting applications Software Deployment and Maintenance Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying and maintaining delivered software at a government site, with a focus on Kubernetes and virtualization technologies. This role requires a proactive individual with strong technical expertise in container orchestration, virtualization, and software deployment, as well as excellent problem-solving skills, with 5+ years of experience for a position in support of its innovative automated solutions. This position offers an engineer the opportunity to utilize his/her knowledge and talents as part of a collaborative team developing software for a growing company. All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance.
Responsibilities Include:
- Deploy and configure IDT software applications using Kubernetes and virtualization technologies at the government site.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Infrastructure as Code software for automated deployment and configuration of a multi-site, multi-system environment
- Communicate and work collaboratively with colleagues and customers
- Perform regular maintenance and updates to ensure software functionality, security, and optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Kubernetes, virtualization, and software deployment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, to ensure successful software integration.
- Provide technical support and training to end-users.
- Document deployment processes and maintenance activities.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations and security protocols.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or Math; Master’s Degree in Engineering or other technical field highly desired
- 5+ years of professional experience in technically rigorous environments
Required skills:
- Proven experience in Kubernetes, Docker, container orchestration, and virtualization technologies.
- Virtualization Infrastructure Experience with VMware or similar virtualization tools
- Experience with CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins, Git, etc.
- Proficiency in automation scripts and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, salt, etc.
- Networking experience – TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing, Firewall, NetBIOS, switching, Routing, VLANs
- Familiarity with government regulations and security requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong Linux skills / High degree of competence in Bash and Shell
- Strong documentation skills
- Ability to travel and/or work out of local customer sites
Preferred skills:
- Experience with Kubernetes distros such as RKE2
- Experience with creating, modifying and deploying Helm charts
- Experience with software defined networking (SDN) such as NSX-T
- Azure or AWS Cloud Experience
- Experience with Artifactory or similar repository managers
- Ability to adapt to and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with government software systems.
- Knowledge of network configurations and security protocols.
- Certification in relevant technologies (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator).
Competencies:
- Excellence in technical communication with customers and non-technical cohorts
- Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
- Attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations
- Be able to communicate with customers when needed
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
