Linux; DevSecOps System Administrator; TS​/SCI

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can:
Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person
, defined as a U.S. citizen, resident Asylee, or Refugee.

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We are seeking a solutions-oriented System Administrator to support a user base solving unique and challenging problems in support of national security. The ideal candidate thrives on technology and innovation, working within a small, multi-disciplinary software and analytics team. You will collaborate directly with users and technologists to ensure solutions, tools, and development meet mission needs, with opportunities for career growth in the Dev Sec Ops  profession.

• Monitor secure-side systems operations and implement solutions to improve platform functionality and performance.
• Track, remediate, and report IAVM vulnerabilities; implement STIG guidance and support ATO sustainment efforts, including patching.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to apply automated testing, static code analysis, and documentation processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network, automation pipeline, and infrastructure issues.
• Integrate security mechanisms and best practices into development and operational pipelines.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, articulating technical concepts clearly.
• Optimize system operations and platform performance while supporting cross-functional efforts to ensure reliability, security, and operational readiness.

• U.S. citizen with active TS/SCI clearance; willing to work onsite 80% or as mission needs dictate.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• 4+ years of experience maintaining automated system platforms for the intelligence community, geospatial applications, or big data analytics.
• CI/CD development experience with Jenkins, Git Lab, Ansible, Kubernetes, Open Shift, and/or Docker.
• Experience deploying and maintaining open-source and custom applications, with hands‑on Linux and database administration, plus Python scripting.
• Capable of working effectively with geographically distributed teams and communicating clearly with customers and internal teams.

• CompTIA Security+ or comparable certification for privileged user access.
• Strong Linux skills and familiarity with hybrid cloud/on‑prem architectures, including AWS, C2S, and Open Stack.
• Experience supporting software in production environments, with knowledge of common industry software tools, Dev Sec Ops  practices, and concepts like data visualization, data management, data integration, user interfaces, and databases.
• Adaptable, solution‑focused mindset with the ability to work independently in fast‑paced, dynamic environments while leveraging factory reach‑back support.
• Familiarity with military/intelligence operations or IC PED systems is a plus.

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