IT DevOps Specialist

**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