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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>SimVentions is <strong>100% employee-owned</strong> and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! This position provides senior-level Linux systems engineering, administration, and DevSecOps support for secure development, test, and operational environments supporting NSWCDD laser, electro-optical (EO), and mission system programs. Candidate will need to be onsite at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren/Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division or Contractor Site 3-4 days per week</p>\n<h2>Clearance</h2>\n<p>An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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