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

Captivation SoftwareAnnapolis Junction, MD

Posted 4 Nov 2026

Skills in this posting

  • python
  • docker
  • linux
  • jira

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;"><strong data-redactor-tag="strong">Build to something to be proud of.</strong></span></h1>

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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></p>

<p> </p></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Description</span></h1>

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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">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.</span></p>

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<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Requirements</span></h1>

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<h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Security Clearance:</span></h3>

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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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</span></li>

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<h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Minimum Qualifications:</span></h3>

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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Seven (7) years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.  </li>

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<h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Required Skills:</span></h3>

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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and container</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation</li>

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<h3><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Desired Skills:</span></h3>

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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience administering Windows systems</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with NetApp storage devices</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter</li>

<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence</li>

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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em><strong>This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.</strong></em></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(230, 126, 35); font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;">Benefits</span></h1>

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<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)</span></li>

<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)</span></li>

<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Above Market Hourly Rates</span></li>

<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">$3,600 HSA Contribution</span></li>

<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">6 Weeks Paid Time Off</span></li>

<li style="text-align: left; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D</span></li>

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