Ridgeline was founded in 2015 by a group of people with more than half a century of combined experience contributing to U.S. National Security. We understand our clients’ unique missions and we deliver innovative solutions to their most difficult challenges, filling critical technical gaps across the U.S. Government and business worlds. At Ridgeline, our capabilities extend from the classroom, where we provide the tools and training needed to work and communicate securely, to our engineered systems of specialized hardware and software that address critical security issues, and into Research and Development, where we dream, design, and build solutions to the threats of tomorrow. We iterate and deliver quickly – in the course of weeks or months, not years – and we’ve trained more than 1,000 people, deployed to over 50 countries, and managed systems with more than 2,000 end users.

*This position accepts applications; however, hiring times will vary based on organizational needs. If you apply, we will communicate with you on the status of your application and position availability.*

We are looking for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to join our growing team. This position's ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience engineering, deploying, and maintaining Linux based systems and supporting infrastructure. 

Why this position is unique:

This position is primarily working from home (WFH), though you are welcome to come into the office as often as you would like. Our infrastructure facilitates a highly collaborative environment that allows you to remain connected to your team and peers regardless of your working location. Our employee-first culture enables us to hire and retain some of the area's best technical talent. The team comprises passionate technology professionals focused on delivering high-quality and sustainable solutions. You will work for a technical leader whose primary focus is ensuring the team has the tools and resources needed to succeed. You will grow professionally as your team and peers challenge you to achieve great things.

What you will accomplish in your first six months:

• Configuration & deployment of hardened Linux hosts and supporting systems
• Identify areas for improvement within your assigned projects
• Work with the DevOps team to automate repetitive tasks
• Work with the Network & Security Operations team to optimize monitoring

What you will do:

• Configure, deploy and maintain:
  • Linux based systems (handful of Windows hosts)
  • Networking equipment - switches, routers, firewalls
  • Virtualization hardware - VMware ESXi, VSAN, VSphere, VCenter
• Create systems documentation (No need to write the works of Shakespeare - clear, concise, to the point will suffice – we like pictures, too)

Some technologies we use:

• Red Hat/CentOS/Ubuntu Linux distributions
• Ansible & Jenkins for system deployment and automation
• VMware & Docker for virtualization and container
• Juniper, Fortigate based firewalls
• Cisco IOS/NX-OS based switches & routers
• IPSec, Wireguard, MACsec, TLS
• MPLS, OSPF, VRF based networking technologies
   

Must Haves:

• Active Secret Clearance at a minimum (All clearance levels up to a TS/SCI + are maintained)
• Bias for action
• Strong technical aptitude combined with a natural curiosity and a desire to learn 
• Solid networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP)
• Excellent communication skills
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Understanding of secure tunneling protocols such as IPsec, OpenVPN, WireGuard, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly work with computers and other office productivity equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations—the ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 50  pounds across the office for various needs. 
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service network cabling, and other IT equipment

Here are some Perks of being a Ridgeliner!

• Flexible and remote work schedules
• Flexible PTO + holidays
• 10% 401K contribution/match
• $2,000 annual tech/clothing allowance
• $2,500 annual training/hobby allowance
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurances
• Professional coaching services
• Get the technology you want to do your job
• We have free daily snacks & drinks

In accordance with the requirements set forth in Executive Order 14042 and the related guidance issued by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force, Ridgeline employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive written approval from Ridgeline for a reasonable accommodation due to: 1) a disability or medical condition, or 2) a sincerely-held religious belief.

Ridgeline International is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.