DevOps Administrator

Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG) a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research Cyber C5ISR Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package supportive and flexible work environment and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.

The Position: We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Administrator.

Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $100000 - $140000 annually based upon an individuals level of experience skillset and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

The Location: Patuxent River MD

The Work Environment: On-Site

The Description:

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment supporting various DoD software development platforms in a secure Classified environment.

Other duties/responsibilities include:

• Install configure and manage VMware vSphere vCenter and ESXi environments.
• Design deploy and administer VMware NSX and SDN solutions defining virtual networks security rules and automation workflows.
• Deploy and manage VCF 9 cluster.
• Integrate and manage container platforms (Kubernetes Tanzu Docker) within the VMware ecosystem.
• Monitor performance capacity and availability to optimize the virtual environment.
• Automate tasks and deployments using PowerCLI Ansible or Terraform.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within virtualized compute storage and network layers.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations designs and operations.
• Collaborate with IT security and application teams to design hybrid cloud and on-prem infrastructure solutions.
• Perform system hardening following DoD STIG standards and maintain compliance artifacts.

Education & Experience:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance required to start; Top Secret clearance required for continued employment.
• Seven to ten (7-10) years of experience managing VMware infrastructure.
• Expertise in SAN/NAS storage administration especially in virtualized environments
• Strong scripting skills (PowerCLI Python Ansible or similar)
• Solid understanding of Windows/Linux server environments and networking (VLANsfirewalls load balancers)

Certifications:

• DoD 8570.01 IM IAT Level III certification (CompTIA Security or equivalent)

Travel:

• On some occasions the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work rare occasions travel may be required.

AM Pierce & Associates as well as its subsidiaries invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates as well as its subsidiaries also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability Coverage
• Traditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentive Programs Awards and Recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation
• Identity Theft Protection & Legal Support
• Referral Program
• Voluntary Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Norton Life Lock
• HSA and FSA plans

The specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire Full or Part-time status and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

AM Pierce and Associates Inc. and Applied Technologies Group Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates Inc. are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is the policy of AM Pierce & Associates Inc. and Applied Technologies Group Inc. not to discriminate or allow the harassment of employees. All applicable laws are followed to ensure all qualified applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to their sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state local or international law.

If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates as well as its subsidiaries through its online applicant system please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at or email us at

If your background meets the qualifications of the position please submit your resume and salary requirements to or submit an application online.

AM Pierce & Associates as well as its subsidiaries verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.

This is a non-management position.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority