by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
GovCIO is hiring a Senior UNIX Systems Engineer to support a complex and evolving environment of Red Hat, Oracle Enterprise Linux, and Solaris systems—pending contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO delivers mission-driven IT services to government agencies, driving innovation across cybersecurity, data infrastructure, and systems operations. Their culture is built on collaboration, integrity, and a shared goal of making technology work for the people it serves.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (U.S. based)
- Role is contingent upon contract award
- Must hold an active Secret clearance
What You’ll Do
- Manage and support a mixed environment of Red Hat, Oracle Enterprise Linux, and Solaris systems
- Deploy new hardware/software and monitor system performance and security
- Perform patch management, vulnerability hardening, and system tuning
- Create and maintain operating procedures, SOPs, and technical documentation
- Configure and maintain DNS, SMTP, NTP, and SFTP services
- Perform periodic maintenance, firmware updates, and utilization reporting
- Recommend and implement upgrades and system improvements
- Troubleshoot complex networking environments using tools like VLANs, netstat, telnet, firewalld, and iptables
- Manage local user accounts using command line tools
What You Need
- High school diploma with 6–9 years of relevant IT experience (or equivalent)
- Active Secret clearance
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- CE Certification (e.g., RedHat)—can be obtained within 30 days of hire
- 5+ years as a UNIX Systems Administrator or IT Engineer with scripting/automation experience
- 3+ years patching systems with YUM and RPM
- 3+ years managing secure networking in UNIX environments
- 3+ years with SOP development and disaster recovery processes
- 3+ years configuring and maintaining essential network services
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science
- Experience with SELinux and advanced security configuration
- Familiarity with STIGs, SRGs, RMF, and cybersecurity readiness assessments
- Experience supporting distributed environments with large-scale HW/SW deployments
- Knowledge of emerging infrastructure management tools and best practices
Benefits
- Salary range: $85,000 – $113,000/year
- Flexible remote work environment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & development platform with certification prep
- Referral bonuses and internal mobility program
- Pet insurance, corporate discounts, and full-time benefits
This role is ideal for an experienced UNIX systems pro who thrives in complex environments and wants to play a key role in modernizing infrastructure at scale.
Run the system. Secure the mission. From anywhere.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ready to defend critical networks for national security? GovCIO is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator to lead DoD-compliant security monitoring—pending contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO is a leader in transforming government IT. From cybersecurity to modernization, their mission is to protect and elevate how public systems serve citizens. Their work empowers government agencies through secure, innovative, and people-centered tech solutions.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (U.S. based)
- Role is contingent upon contract award
- Must hold an active Secret clearance
What You’ll Do
- Manage ACAS infrastructure: configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis
- Lead activities for Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer and DISA Whitelist
- Oversee STIG Compliance scanning and reporting
- Provide PPSM (Ports, Protocols, and Services Management) support
- Manage PKI Token activities and analyze security impact of system changes
- Maintain tracking systems, perform in-/out-processing, and update training/certification records
- Participate in Software Assurance reviews and eMASS POA&M documentation
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure and compliant system operations
What You Need
- High school diploma with 9+ years of cybersecurity or network defense experience (or equivalent)
- Active Secret clearance
- Cybersecurity certification (Security+, CISSP, or similar)
- Experience managing ACAS per DISA Best Practices
- Knowledge of DISA Whitelist, PKI Token management, and Army cybersecurity policies
- Familiarity with STIGs, PPSM, and DoD security procedures
- Strong communication, coordination, and documentation skills
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science
- Experience with Army enterprise monitoring tools
- Knowledge of DISA CMRS and NETCOM policies
- Familiarity with COOP and incident response procedures
Benefits
- Salary range: $105,000 – $150,000/year
- Flexible, fully remote work environment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & certification prep support
- Referral bonuses and internal mobility
- Pet insurance, corporate discounts, and full-time benefits
If you’ve got a sharp eye for network vulnerabilities and a passion for protecting mission-critical infrastructure, this role is your frontline seat in national cyber defense.
Secure the mission. From wherever you are.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Join the team supporting secure access to VA systems across the country. GovCIO is seeking a Tier 3 Help Desk Analyst to support Identity and Access Management (IAM) operations—fully remote, fully mission-critical.
About GovCIO
GovCIO delivers modern IT solutions to government agencies, focused on improving performance, security, and service delivery. Their team is mission-focused and people-first, helping transform how public systems serve real people.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (U.S. based)
- Must be eligible for Suitability/Public Trust clearance
What You’ll Do
- Diagnose and resolve escalated Tier 3 tickets related to IAM services like SSO, eSig, CAR, and IdS
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and support outage/degradation response efforts
- Maintain help desk documentation on JIRA, GitHub, SharePoint, and ServiceNow
- Develop knowledge base content, process documentation, and weekly help desk reports
- Coordinate with stakeholders to plan and support end user and help desk training
- Manage IAM-related email lists and send maintenance notifications
- Support the VA Help Desk Lead with administrative and reporting tasks
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field (or 2–5 years of equivalent experience)
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, SharePoint, JIRA, GitHub, and ServiceNow
- Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
- Eligible for Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Benefits
- Salary range: $75,000 – $90,000/year
- Fully remote, flexible work culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & development platform with certification prep
- Internal mobility, referral bonuses, and corporate discounts
- Pet insurance and full-time benefits package
Support those who serve by ensuring secure, seamless digital access. Your help desk expertise can make a national difference.
Solve problems. Support systems. Serve veterans.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ready to lead modernization efforts for one of the nation’s most vital agencies? GovCIO is hiring a Development Lead to oversee enhancements to a key VA platform—pending contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO is reimagining government IT through agile innovation and mission-focused delivery. With a passion for people and public service, they modernize systems that matter—backed by a culture that values growth, impact, and collaboration.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (Continental U.S. only)
- Role is contingent upon contract award
- Must be eligible for a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
What You’ll Do
- Lead the sustainment, enhancement, and modernization of a legacy system
- Supervise a team of developers and mentor them through successful delivery
- Plan development timelines and ensure compliance with software standards
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Reviews and code reviews
- Document operating instructions and development activity
- Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and business analysts
- Integrate with multiple applications and coordinate with external teams
- Analyze technical factors including information flow, hardware/software needs, and problem-solving methods
- Support BA team in developing user manuals, operational guides, and project documentation
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience supervising development teams
- Strong knowledge of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Experience with legacy modernization projects
- Ability to work independently and lead by example
- Analytical and investigative mindset
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
- Eligible for Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Preferred
- Experience working with VA or other federal agencies
- Familiarity with VA’s Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP)
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and the VA.gov platform
- Experience collaborating with OCTO or other VA technical teams
Benefits
- Salary range: $120,000 – $150,000/year
- Flexible remote work environment
- Learning & development platform with certification prep
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet insurance, internal mobility, and referral bonuses
- Corporate discounts and full-time employee perks
Be the leader who guides a team through transformation—and delivers digital tools that serve veterans across the country.
Modernization starts with strong leadership. Let’s build it right.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
GovCIO is hiring an Integration Engineer to support high-impact system connections between legacy platforms and new digital solutions—contingent on contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO is transforming how the government serves its people through innovative, modern IT. With a focus on mission success and employee empowerment, GovCIO builds better systems—and better teams—to support national needs.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (Continental U.S. only)
- Position is contingent upon contract award
- Must be eligible for a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
What You’ll Do
- Develop backend integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, web services, and legacy systems (no GUI)
- Build processes to connect the VA’s legacy system with a new case management tool (RES)
- Collaborate with BGS teams to access Corporate Database API services
- Coordinate hosting needs across VA’s OIT environments
- Work closely with multiple application teams to meet integration requirements
- Create database objects and support integration testing
- Contribute to system documentation and assist with training materials
- Participate in code reviews and Sprint Reviews for deliverable alignment
- Analyze system capabilities, input/output requirements, and data flows
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of experience (or equivalent)
- Experience with system integrations and back-end development
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum processes
- Ability to work independently and communicate across diverse teams
- Experience with GitHub and software development lifecycle tools
- U.S. citizenship or work authorization
- Must be eligible for Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Preferred
- Experience with the VA or other federal agencies
- Familiarity with the VA Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP)
- AWS hosting tools: Lambda, SQS, CloudWatch, RDS, DMS
- Experience with Oracle PL/SQL, API ecosystems, and VA-specific tools like CorpDB, VBMS, and VA.gov
Benefits
- Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000/year
- Fully remote and flexible work environment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & certification support
- Referral bonuses and internal mobility program
- Pet insurance, corporate discounts, and full-time benefits
If you love bridging systems and building integrations that matter, this role puts you at the center of transforming how veterans are served.
Connect the past to the future. From anywhere.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Are you passionate about testing, automation, and building high-quality systems that power government services? GovCIO is seeking a Test Engineer to join their team—contingent upon contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO is a people-driven tech company transforming the way federal agencies operate. They deliver practical, forward-thinking IT services that improve how government serves the public. Their culture thrives on innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (Continental U.S. only)
- Position is contingent on contract award
- Must be eligible for a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
What You’ll Do
- Design test plans, scripts, scenarios, and functional/regression tests
- Execute both manual and automated testing for integrations, APIs, and web services
- Collaborate with developers and requirements teams to ensure quality
- Conduct end-to-end software testing lifecycle, including defect tracking and closure
- Use tools like ReadyAPI, Postman, JIRA (with X-RAY), and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub, Maven, etc.)
- Perform root cause analysis, test reporting, and continuous improvement activities
- Support UAT and maintain Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
- Work in Agile/Scrum environments, communicating with cross-functional teams
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of testing experience (or equivalent)
- Experience in manual, integration, and functional testing
- Proficiency with JIRA and X-RAY for test management
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development cycles
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Preferred
- Experience supporting the VA or other federal agencies
- Background in cloud environments (especially AWS)
- Exposure to CI/CD tools and automation scripting
- Strong communication and troubleshooting skills in remote settings
Benefits
- Salary range: $65,000 – $85,000/year
- Flexible remote work environment
- Learning & certification prep platform
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts and pet insurance
- Referral bonuses and internal mobility opportunities
- Full-time benefits package
Make your mark by ensuring the quality of systems that matter. Join a forward-thinking team where your eye for detail has real-world impact.
Help us build it right the first time.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
