Senior FSR/Developer

Assured Information Security is seeking a skilled Senior-Level FSR/Developer supporting our government customer between two sites: Hanover and Fort Meade, MD. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with expertise across various IT disciplines, including virtualization, operating systems, networking, automation, and security. This position requires on-call availability as needed. While the position is expected to conclude on/or around January 31, 2026, there is potential for it to transition into full-time employment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage virtualized environments using VMware/ESXi, with a focus on resource allocation, virtual networking (standard and distributed switches), and infrastructure optimization.
• Administer Linux systems (RHEL, Ubuntu) including patch management, disk partitioning, permissions, and repository configuration for offline maintenance.
• Manage Windows server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and domain controller configurations, while executing secure offline updates using WSUS or CAB files.
• Support and maintain network environments, applying foundational knowledge of Cisco IOS/NXOS, performing basic security maintenance, and ensuring robust Layer 2/3 connectivity.
• Leverage automation tools, especially Ansible, to streamline deployments and configuration management; contribute to version control practices via Git, creating merge and pull requests to support collaborative development.
• Apply DevSecOps principles to manage and deploy features securely and efficiently, integrating security into every step of the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Assist in security and compliance efforts, including running and interpreting scans using ACAS/Tenable Security Center, and addressing identified vulnerabilities.

Education & Experience:

• You have a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology Management, Computer Engineering or a related field of study with 8 years of experience in performing IT deployments or service delivery in an end user/customer environment OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in automation, Python, and Bash, including knowledge of Ansible for deployment automation.
• Strong Git skills for version control (e.g., merge requests, pull requests, pushes), and a solid understanding of DevSecOps principles and the secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDL).
• Familiarity with Cisco IOS/NXOS for installing releases and performing security maintenance on network devices, as well as a solid understanding of TCP/IP protocols and Layer 2/3 networking concepts.
• System administration experience across Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows environments, including offline maintenance (e.g., patching, repository/WSUS updates), managing core services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP), and strong knowledge of permissions, disk partitioning, and domain controller operations.
• Knowledge of building, deploying, and interpreting security scans.
• Proficient in virtualization and infrastructure management using VMware/ESXi, with strong knowledge of resource allocation in vSphere and mid-level expertise in virtual networking, including standard and distributed switches.

Security Clearance: Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly

Travel: Up to 10%

AA/Disability/Veteran

US Salary Range: $160,000-$175,000.
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on several factors including location, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package which includes employer paid health insurance and a 7% contribution to your 401k, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation.

AIS is a leading cyber and information security company supporting mission critical operations across the DoD, intelligence community, commerce and beyond. Founded in 2001, AIS is a privately-owned company committed to excellence in all facets. We pride ourselves on offering some of the best benefits seen in the industry. We celebrate the unique backgrounds and experiences of our people and encourage new ideas, innovation, and the autonomy to create the future and career they want with our support.