Systems Engineer - OpenShift
Zachary Piper Solutions
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San Diego, CA · $150k–$160k a year · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Systems Engineer/ Senior OpenShift Administrator to support NIWC Pacific based in San Diego, CA. This position is a full-time role that will be 100% onsi