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Captivation Software

Systems Engineer 1 - Linux/Bash/Python/STE/STN/Cisco/Docker

Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States

Location
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Not stated
Function
Engineering
Pay
$130K – $270K a year (read from the ad)
Posted
5 days ago

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The top of this role’s range, $270K a year, is 8% above the median of $250K for engineering jobs in Annapolis Junction (middle half $200K – $270K, 200 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level systems engineer who shall collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system that spans multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.

Requirements

Security Clearance

  • Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications

  • Seven (7) years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required
  • Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
  • Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Required Skills

  • Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
  • Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems
  • Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks
  • Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies
  • Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration
  • Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and container
  • Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Desired Skills

  • Experience administering Windows systems
  • Experience with NetApp storage devices
  • Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter
  • Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

  • Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
  • Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
  • Above Market Hourly Rates
  • $3,600 HSA Contribution
  • 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

Source

Posted by Captivation Software on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 09 Nov 2026 15:27 UTC; the original is the reference.

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