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Senior Operational Systems Engineer

Hoplite Solutions LLCChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$5k/mo
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Hoplite Solutions is seeking a Senior Operational Systems Engineer to join our growing team on a contract in Chantilly, VA.

In this position the Senior level Operational Systems Engineer will be:
Building a DevOps pipeline using AWS, Azure, Google technologies, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and tool like Ansible and Terraform
Building and deploying infrastructure using Automation tools such as Linux scripting, Python, and PowerShell
Using knowledge of APIs to design RESTful services, and integrate them with existing data providers, using JSON or XML as needed
Oral and written communication skills providing design, standard operating procedures and security documentation
Willingness to learn new technologies and help clients with their technical issues before escalating to senior staff
Provide emergency 24x7 on-call support to mission systems as needed on a rotating basis

Basic Qualification:
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
7+ years' background in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Cyber Forensics, Engineering, or other related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training and work/military experience
7+ years' experience working in software engineering, application development and/or web application development and deployment
Experience in automating installation, monitoring, and O&M tasks using Linux scripting or Python
Experience working with Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with Cron, iptables, permissions
Experience with OpenVPN, SELinux, Network File System (NFS) and Common Internet File System (CIFS)
Knowledge of web services, API, REST and RPC
Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks
Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering
Experience with VMware technologies, to include vSphere 7/8, VSAN, and specifically VMware Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools

Desired Qualifications:
System Administration and IT certification in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields
Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools
Understanding of Windows Active Directory, as well as the ability to configure/edit Windows Active Directory and Domain Services

At Hoplite Solutions, we pride ourselves on offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes full coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance for both individuals and families, along with 100% coverage for life insurance, long-term and short-term disability. Additionally, we match up to 7% of employees' contributions to their 401(k) funds and follow the federal holiday calendar for paid holidays. With 4 weeks of paid time off and $5,000 yearly for education assistance or technical training, we're dedicated to supporting our employees' professional and personal growth.

Skills

Docker
AWS
Encryption
TCP/IP
Active Directory
Ansible
Azure
DNS
GitLab CI
HTTP
Jenkins
Kubernetes
PowerShell
Python
REST
Terraform
VMware

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