Chinook Systems

👥 11-50Data CenterCyber SecurityProfessional Services💼 Private Company
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Chinook Systems delivers operational strategies and cyber-secure building solutions for critical infrastructure. We specialize in government contracts, offering a diverse range of services including commissioning, facility optimization, design-build, and building systems integration. Our expertise spans complex projects from space launch systems to defense infrastructure and high-performance utility plants. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach, leveraging the unique skills of our team members on every project. As a growing small business, we offer a unique environment where you'll work closely with colleagues across all disciplines. We actively support professional development, including certifications, conferences, and community involvement. Our team enjoys a strong camaraderie, fostered by both work-related collaboration and team-building activities outside the office. We utilize a tech stack incorporating Cloudflare Hosting, Person Schema, and Gravatar Profiles, reflecting our commitment to efficient and secure operations. We're a company that values innovation and professional growth. Our employees enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for both remote work and international travel (depending on project needs). We offer a clear path for advancement, with opportunities to lead strategic initiatives and take on increasing responsibility. Our current projects span the US and offer substantial opportunities for career progression within a rapidly expanding company celebrating its 20th anniversary. Chinook Systems is a well-established company with a proven track record in the critical infrastructure and cybersecurity industries. Our team members are passionate about delivering exceptional solutions to our clients while enjoying a supportive and engaging work environment. We are actively seeking talented individuals to join our growing team and contribute to our continued success.

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📍 United States

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Software Development

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field and at least 10 years of IT experience. A High School Diploma and an additional 5 years of directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • At least 4 years of experience managing client facing application development activities.
  • Proven experience in software development for building automation, facility management, and critical infrastructure.
  • DevOps Experience – Must have hands-on experience in software development and have progressed into a leadership role overseeing DevOps processes and development teams.
  • Client-Facing Development – Must have experience working directly with external clients and stakeholders, focusing on requirements gathering, bug reporting, and technical solutioning.
  • Technology Awareness – Must have a strong foundational understanding of IoT, smart devices, and emerging technologies, with the ability to assess, integrate, and optimize technical solutions.
  • Management & Leadership – Must have supervisory experience managing software development teams, with expertise in SCRUM methodologies and agile project management.
  • Project Scoping & Technical Vetting – Must be proficient in level of effort (LOE) estimation and have a deep understanding of software architectures, security, and development technologies to assess and approve technical solutions.
  • Software Architecture & Security Expertise – Must have experience designing and securing software solutions, ensuring scalability, risk mitigation, and compliance with security frameworks.
  • Product Lifecycle Management – Must have experience in iterative product development, software release cycles, and managing the full work product lifecycle.
  • Lead Chinook’s Development Team, providing technical direction, mentorship, and oversight to software engineers.
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of new software solutions and integrations across Chinook’s platforms.
  • Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of applications, balancing cloud-based and on-premises solutions.
  • Drive technical innovation by researching, selecting, and integrating new technologies that enhance Chinook’s software offerings.
  • Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and DevOps methodologies to improve software quality and streamline development.
  • Provide technical insight to the Technology Director and Technology Business Manager, ensuring product capabilities align with market needs and business direction.
  • Translate business growth initiatives into product roadmaps, ensuring software solutions support both client requirements and internal operations.
  • Collaborate with leadership to evaluate and prioritize emerging technologies, assessing feasibility and development impact.
  • Work with the Technology Business Manager to evaluate the technical viability and scalability of new service offerings, ensuring smooth integration into Chinook’s technology ecosystem.
  • Contribute to proposal development, assisting in the creation of technical solution frameworks that align with business objectives.
  • Provide feedback on product and technology trends, identifying opportunities for innovation, process improvements, and efficiency gains.
  • Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of software solutions, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
  • Gather and refine technical requirements, working closely with stakeholders to align business needs with development priorities.
  • Manage the full work product lifecycle, overseeing solutioning, implementation, and ongoing iterative improvements.
  • Evaluate and integrate new technologies, automation tools, and security best practices to enhance development capabilities.
  • Implement and enforce DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and cloud security.
  • Maintain and oversee cybersecurity protocols for both internal and client-facing applications.
  • Demonstrate your strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a focus on guiding developers, fostering technical excellence, and driving product innovation.
  • Drive software development initiatives, including architecture, security, and performance optimization.
  • Share your expertise in DevOps methodologies, including experience with CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and automation tools.
  • Use your deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including secure coding practices, compliance frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Employ your strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on technical challenges and product scalability.
  • Handle Product Roadmaps & Lifecycle Management, ensuring efficient development, iteration, and release of software solutions.
  • Participate in Stakeholder Collaboration & Requirements Gathering, working with executives, business managers, and development teams to refine product vision and technical needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

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📍 United States

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Building Automation

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
  • 7 years of experience in building automation projects
  • Experience with HVAC Control and BAS software
  • Strong BAS programming and integration skills
  • Design, review, and estimate BAS systems
  • Manage project timelines and milestones
  • Liaise with project stakeholders
  • Prepare and review BAS Automation designs

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🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Cybersecurity

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of directly related experience.
  • 5 years of supervisory/management experience.
  • Experience designing and configuring servers, switches, workstations.
  • Experience designing and programming control system devices.
  • Experience working with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53.
  • Experience working with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) 25 05 11.
  • Experience working with cybersecurity tools.
  • Strong proficiency in the MS Office Suite, specifically within MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • IAT Level II Certification Required (Security+, GICSP), IAT Level III Certification Preferred (CISSP).
  • Implement risk management programs for our federal clients.
  • Enhance cyber awareness with clients and project teams.
  • Work alongside federal clients to help them mitigate risk with the use of continuous monitoring and incident response.
  • Establish security controls to ensure protection of client systems.
  • Implement cutting-edge security tools for our federal clients.
  • Demonstrate your strong motivational skills in both your own work as well as across your team.
  • Disseminate information within your team, across all management levels, as well as to clients. Ensure clear and concise messaging, foster open lines of communication, and guarantee that all stakeholders accurately receive and understand information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Cybersecurity

  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • IAT Level II Certification Required (CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP certification).
  • Certifications in MS Windows Server, Active Directory, Enterprise OS.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Strong knowledge of networking, security, and cloud architecture principles.
  • Must have experience designing and implementing complex server environments.
  • Requires experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like BICEP, Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
  • Must have experience with containerization and orchestration tools like ACS, Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) – Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF).
  • Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations.
  • Remain current in operating systems / software analysis and technological developments and applications.
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud and on-prem architectures. Design server and application architectures; perform administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software.
  • Develop and implement a cloud strategy that aligns with business objectives and ensures a smooth transition to the cloud.
  • Implement best practices for both cloud and on-prem security, including identity and access management, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations.
  • Work closely with software development, operations, and security teams to ensure cloud solutions are integrated effectively.
  • Optimize spending through effective management of computer resources and services.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Engineering

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET accredited college or university in mechanical engineering or a related field is required.
  • 15 years of experience in the design, construction, or operation of air-handling equipment, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, controls, fans, heat exchangers, pumps, and other mechanical equipment.
  • 6 years of experience managing people.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Detailed knowledge of federal building codes, construction practices, and safety standards.
  • Experience working with construction management and process protocols of large buildings or projects greater than 250,000 square feet is required.
  • Proficient in the use of technology, including construction project management software and mobile devices.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various construction sites.
  • In-depth knowledge of federal building codes / standards / guidelines, construction practices, and safety standards (e.g., ANSI, ASHRAE, ASME, ICC, NFPA, UFC / UFGS).
  • Track record of client satisfaction in mission-critical facilities and a passion for analyzing, troubleshooting, optimizing, and upgrading integrated systems in aging facilities and campus environments.
  • Perform code enforcement design and construction reviews to evaluate whether the construction documents have met the requirements of the mechanical applicable codes and standards for the evaluated projects.
  • Conduct surveys of existing areas and facilities, conduct design reviews, conduct code compliance inspections, witness code required testing, assist in code development and implementation, and execute small systems designs.
  • Perform mechanical code compliance inspections of all projects for which a permit has been issued to ensure conformance with the approved design and the applicable codes and standards.
  • Prepare comprehensive inspection reports and document all violations identified during the inspection.
  • Review and provide comments on designs for configuration, sustainability, reliability, redundancy.
  • Review equipment and controls technology selections and strategies.
  • Review and provide comments on equipment submittals, test reports, and manuals.
  • Provide quality assurance to ensure compliance with client criteria, codes, standards, and policies and procedures.
  • Work with senior leadership to grow our mechanical practice.
  • Manage assigned staff.
  • Be responsible for the application of company policies.
  • Interpret, explain, and enforce provisions of the construction codes, standards, and regulations to clients, contractors, architects, and engineers.
  • Provide technical advice and liaise with government departments, construction teams, architects, and engineers to ensure building projects comply with the necessary codes.
  • Address complaints, violations, and disputes regarding construction projects and code compliance.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports regarding inspections and enforcement actions and maintain accurate records of code violations and actions taken.
  • Stay up to date with the latest changes in building codes, construction techniques, and government regulations.
  • Coordinate with other inspectors and code enforcement officials, as necessary.
  • Participate in meetings as required.
  • Handle stressful situations, multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Exercise your strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Prove your self-motivation as well as your ability to work independently and as a part of a team while providing multi‐discipline coordination.
  • Demonstrate your excellent English written and verbal communication skills and ability to interpret and explain complex information effectively, with engineers, contractors, facility and owner staff via all channels of communication.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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📍 United States

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Construction Project Management

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar
  • 10+ years of directly related experience
  • 6+ years managing people
  • Experience with MEP project management
  • Proficiency in project management software
  • Lead and manage building systems projects
  • Act as primary point of contact for clients
  • Oversee project teams and guide them
  • Travel for project setup and execution
  • Monitor project financials and profitability

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