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This is a full-time, on-site role located in College Park, Maryland.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nDeploy, configure, automate, and troubleshoot Linux-based research and development environments.\r\nSupport 4G/5G telecom testbeds, including core network, RAN, IMS, BBU, and related network components.\r\nBuild and maintain containerized and cloud-native environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.\r\nDevelop scripts and automation for system provisioning, configuration management, testing, deployment, and research operations.\r\nSupport CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, version control workflows, and repeatable deployment processes.\r\nConfigure and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, NAT, firewalls, and segmented lab networks.\r\nSupport virtualization and/or cluster environments using Proxmox, OpenStack, VMware, or similar platforms.\r\nIntegrate software applications, network services, telecom components, and research prototypes into complex multi-system environments.\r\nDocument configurations, deployment steps, troubleshooting procedures, and operational runbooks.\r\nWork independently and collaboratively with government, Peraton Labs, and subcontractor teams.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\n3+ years of experience with a BS/BA; 1+ years with an MS/MA; or a PhD. 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