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This role will support the modernization and integration of mission-critical applications and systems, focusing on application deployment, infrastructure automation, containerization, and system reliability. The position will work closely with software developers, systems engineers, and technical teams to maintain and optimize distributed application environments.\nResponsibilities\nDeploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot applications and infrastructure across Linux-based environments.\n\nManage cloud and virtualized infrastructure using AWS, MASH, and virtual machines.\n\nDevelop and maintain automated deployment processes using GitLab CI/CD, Terraform, and Ansible.\n\nDeploy and manage containerized applications using Docker, Docker Compose, and Docker Swarm.\n\nMonitor system performance, availability, and reliability, identifying and resolving technical issues and outages.\n\nSupport deployment and integration of distributed web applications across complex environments.\n\nAutomate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and system maintenance activities.\n\nCollaborate with development and engineering teams to improve deployment efficiency, scalability, and operational performance.\n\nMaintain technical documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures.\n\nParticipate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide emergency support for mission-critical systems.\n\nQualifications\nActive TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.\n\nExperience administering and troubleshooting Linux systems.\n\nExperience with AWS, MASH, and virtualized environments.\n\nHands-on experience with Docker, Docker Compose, and Docker Swarm.\n\nExperience deploying distributed web applications using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools.\n\nExperience with Terraform scripting, infrastructure provisioning, and Ansible automation.\n\nProficiency with Git and version control practices.\n\nExperience monitoring system performance, troubleshooting outages, and supporting production environments.\n\nStrong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.\n\nAbility to participate in a rotating 24/7 on-call support schedule, approximately one week every 4-6 weeks. (Ability to earn extra income just for being on-call).\n\nDesired Qualifications\nExperience with Python scripting and development.\n\nExperience maintaining and configuring Apache NiFi and Elasticsearch.\n\nFamiliarity with Java and Spring Boot, including application log analysis and troubleshooting.\n\nExperience with HAProxy and load balancing technologies.\n\nExperience administering or supporting MongoDB.\n\nExperience supporting application modernization and distributed systems within Intelligence Community environments.\n\nWork Arrangement: Up to one day of telework per week, subject to customer approval.\nSalary Range\nUSD $160,000.00 - USD $185,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.Overview\nEager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.\nAt Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.\nHeadquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.\nMarkon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.\nMarkon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. 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