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Job description
Steelcut Software is in the process of expanding. We are looking for Software Engineers, Systems Administrators, and Subject Matter Experts to lead development and deployment of next-generation web applications.
Steelcut Software, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
Entry-Level Systems Administrator — Remote
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, recent graduate to gain experience in Systems Administration in support of real-world infrastructure and advanced Artificial Intelligence-based Web applications. We are a small team, so depending on your background, you may have the opportunity to contribute to various aspects of IT operations, from manual and automated system configuration to DevOps, Cybersecurity, and production server support.
PLEASE NOTE: Currently this is a remote position with occasional in-person meetings. However, preference will be given to candidates in the vicinity of Bethesda, MD, as a hybrid work arrangement may be established in the future.
What you'll do
Support administration and maintenance of external customer systems and internal infrastructure. For example, you may:
Develop Ansible and other scripts to automate deployment and maintenance tasks
Set up accounts or groups needed to support external user applications
Install webservers or other software to support internal systems and external client deployments
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with customer passwords or remote connectivity
Perform ongoing system monitoring and backup capabilities
Configure, maintain, and monitor virtual machines (VMs). For example, you may:
Perform and track regular system updates
Conduct ongoing system monitoring and generate periodic system reports
Run and track security compliance scans and remediate issues
Monitor system backups, system usage, and resource availability
You may also work with the team to expand corporate IT policies and procedures, and generally improve our Cybersecurity posture
What you'll get out of it
Experience in a wide variety of Systems Administration tasks typically done, in larger organizations, by different specialists
The opportunity to participate in all aspects of the development of a enterprise capability, from research to delivery and maintenance
Exposure to the automation of systems administration, software build, and delivery tasks
An exposure to Cybersecurity and DoD standards such as NIST SP 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
What you'll need
In general, you should:
Want to participate in all aspects of IT operations from server maintenance to system monitoring and production system support
Have a desire to learn new skills and tools as IT operations and Cybersecurity continue to evolve
Be interested in Cybersecurity, and automation of IT operations
Be a self-starter who actively looks for ways to improve our environment, practices, and infrastructure
Solid knowledge of Linux, common Linux tools, and shell scripting – RedHat preferred
Exposure to Ansible, configuration automation, and DevOps tools and concepts
Experience with, or interest in, configuration and administration of databases and Web applications
Exposure to and strong interest in Cybersecurity considerations from a Systems Administration perspective
Basic understanding of networking concepts and firewalls
Some relevant professional experience, preferably in Systems Administration, from a prior internship or co-op position
BS in Computer Science, or a related field; or at least 4 years of relevant experience
An ability to occasionally work non-standard hours, e.g. early morning, evening, or weekend, to support maintenance activities
Why work at Steelcut Software?
Steelcut Software provides contract software development to primarily government clients, and aims to fill the gap between research and production. Our focus areas are re-engineering and transitioning prototypes to production use, and serving as a source of production-focused Machine Learning expertise.
Steelcut Software is a company built by an Engineer as a place for Engineers. We're looking for Engineers who write software employing the latest advances in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, but that is also focused on quality, usability, and production readiness. We're also looking for Systems Administrators who are interested in keeping up the latest trends in secure systems administration. Our intent is to be adaptable and agile, limit organizational overhead, and provide a supportive, collaborative environment that gives space for our Engineers to innovate.
At Steelcut Software, we know our people are our most valuable resource. To show our appreciation and ensure our team is satisfied, we supply you with great equipment, have a flexible work environment, and provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
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Worksite address
bethesda, MD, 20810, US
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