# Systems Engineer 2 - DevOps at Captivation

> United States · Mid-level · DevOps / SRE / Infra · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Acaptivation%3A5471525008 (read 2026-11-05).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Captivation](https://alderhq.app/companies/captivation)
- Location text: Annapolis Junction, MD; FFLL
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Annapolis Junction, MD; FFLL")
- Posted: 2026-11-03 (1 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-03 · last verified: 2026-11-04
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/captivation/jobs/5471525008
- Skills listed (inferred): Kubernetes

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $130k–$270k per year (from the description)
- Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 15): p25 $133k, median $159k, p75 $176k

## Description (the employer's text)

### 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 hands-on DevOps professional with strong troubleshooting skills. The candidate may be asked to provide future call-in support to back up team on a rotational basis.

### 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

- Fourteen (14) 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.
### Desired Skills

- NetApp Storage Administration
- Rancher
- VMware, vSphere
- Linux SA Skills
- Kubernetes
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

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