Job#: 3033429 Job Description: Apex Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineerbased out of Herndon, Virginia.
DevOps Engineer
Location: Herndon, Virginia (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
An opportunity is available for a DevOps Engineer to join a mission-focused team. This role involves delivering solutions in complex environments and supporting the design, build, test, deployment, and maintenance of mission-critical platforms. The position requires performing system automation tasks, providing solutions to technical problems using DevOps practices, and supporting the design and configuration of computing systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up automation and tooling for the installation and configuration of Windows servers, Linux servers, and related software.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform automated maintenance tasks such as applying updates and security fixes.
- Automate the configuration and management of network services, including DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
- Automate the implementation of backup strategies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery.
- Implement and maintain automated security measures, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and access controls.
- Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
- Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations.
- Stay current on the latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 3+ years of experience with Development Operations (DevOps).
Technical Skills: 3+ years of experience with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB, and experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Clearance: An active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance with a current full-scope polygraph is required. U.S. Citizenship is necessary for this clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree or higher.
- Experience levels of 5+ years (Level 4) or 10+ years (Level 5) of related work experience.
- Knowledge of network protocols and services such as DNS and DHCP.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies like VMware.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or Jenkins.
- Certifications in DevOps, DevOps Tooling, or other relevant IT certifications.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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If you feel that you meet the qualifications and criteria outlined above, please submit your resume to . Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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