IT / DevOps Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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 & ResponsibilitiesNetwork & 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 QualificationsEducation & 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