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IT / DevOps Specialist

Phased n Research
8 months ago
Full-time
On-site
Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Location: TBD / On-site as required
Employment Type: Full-Time
Clearance: Active Secret Required

Position Summary

Phased N Research is seeking a talented IT / DevOps Specialist to support our growing Radar Modeling & Simulation Army programs. This mid- to senior-level role will contribute to mission-critical radar modeling, simulation development, and advanced software engineering efforts in support of U.S. Army customers.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated technical professional with strong systems, networking, and DevOps experience in secure government or large-scale commercial environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Network & Infrastructure Management

  • Design, build, implement, and maintain network systems in accordance with organizational and security standards

  • Manage LAN systems, including testing, installation, configuration, and ongoing support

  • Troubleshoot network performance issues and implement capacity planning solutions

  • Utilize software and hardware diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex network issues

  • Analyze network traffic and optimize overall system performance

Systems Administration

  • Administer Linux operating systems (Rocky Linux, Red Hat, Ubuntu) and Windows environments

  • Manage Podman and Docker containers and containerized applications

  • Maintain user accounts, access controls, and security policies using Active Directory

  • Manage and support specialized hardware including GPUs, NPUs, and NVIDIA NICs

  • Oversee GitLab Enterprise administration, including repository management and CI/CD pipelines

DevOps & Development Support

  • Provide technical guidance and operational support for information systems

  • Support software development teams with infrastructure, tooling, and automation needs

  • Implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows

  • Conduct quality assurance reviews and evaluations of software products

Communication & Collaboration

  • Communicate clearly and professionally during system installations and technical support activities

  • Participate in briefings, design reviews, program reviews, and technical interchange meetings

  • Collaborate with Program Management, Division Leadership, and government personnel

  • Compile and maintain records and reports related to network operations and system maintenance

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma with 6+ years of relevant technical experience in government or large commercial environments OR

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (may substitute for experience)

  • Industry certifications such as MCSE, MCITP, or equivalent preferred

  • Security+ certification (current and up to date) required

Technical Skills

  • Linux system administration (Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS)

  • Container technologies: Podman, Docker

  • GitLab Enterprise administration and CI/CD pipeline management

  • Active Directory and Windows Server administration

  • Network protocols and services: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, static and dynamic routing

  • Advanced networking concepts: RDMA/RoCE, RDMA/InfiniBand, Ethernet switching

  • Network equipment configuration and management (routers, switches, firewalls)

  • Remote access and management tools (SSH, PuTTY, Remote Desktop)

  • Specialized hardware support (GPUs, NPUs, NVIDIA NICs)

Soft Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

  • High attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset

  • Adaptable, flexible, and quick to learn new technologies

Clearance Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship required

  • Active Secret security clearance required

Additional Information

  • Position may require periodic travel to customer sites

  • Physical requirements may include occasional heavy lifting

  • Candidate must demonstrate readiness to assume new projects and additional responsibilities as assigned