DevOps Engineer - Active TS/SCI with FSP

Location:  Chantilly, VA

Clearance Required:  TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)

Position Type:  Full-Time, On-Site

Salary Range:  $190,000 – $210,000

We are seeking an experienced  DevOps Engineer  to support a mission-critical federal program with a focus on enabling secure, rapid, and stable deployment of enterprise software systems. This role involves engineering and managing DevOps pipelines, containerized environments, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within secure, high-demand architectures. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in AWS cloud infrastructure, container orchestration, CI/CD automation, and Agile DevOps methodologies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Chief Engineers and development teams to integrate DevOps best practices and automation strategies across software lifecycles.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud-based systems using Terraform and other tools.
• Containerize Java and Python applications using Docker/Podman and deploy to Kubernetes environments with Helm.
• Engineer cost-efficient AWS environments (e.g., EKS, Lambda, EMR) incorporating autoscaling, scheduling, and high-availability strategies.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated, secure, and version-controlled deployments using Git and Jenkins.
• Embed security and compliance checks within build pipelines; collaborate with ISSEs on integrating cybersecurity tools.
• Document processes and updates in accordance with Agile methodologies and DevOps governance frameworks.
• Facilitate technical exchange meetings to establish and maintain aligned DevOps requirements across multiple stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4–7 years of experience in DevOps engineering, with a strong background in:
• Kubernetes and Helm
• Docker and/or Podman containerization
• AWS services (EKS, Lambda, EMR, ECR, VPC)
• Terraform for cloud infrastructure automation
• Hands-on experience developing automation for secure deployment pipelines and managing code versioning.
• Experience with infrastructure and configuration scripting to support hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
• Must be available to work full-time on-site in Herndon/Chantilly, VA.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is required at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Packer and AWS AMI automation.
• Familiarity with Database ORM tools such as Flyway.
• Expertise in CI/CD pipeline automation and testing (Git, Jenkins).
• Proven track record of implementing secure DevOps processes in mission-sensitive environments.
• Understanding of secure cloud environment engineering and compliance principles.

Eligibility:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance is required for this role.

Compensation:

Salary for this position is determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and contract-specific budget considerations.
Proposed Salary Range:  $190,000 – $210,000

Benefits:

Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance: Full coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents (United Healthcare and Guardian).
• Protection Plans: Employer-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Contribution: 15% of base salary contributed by the company, fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off: 200 hours of PTO annually (accrued), in addition to 11 federal holidays.
• Bonuses: Recruitment and business development bonus opportunities based on performance and company growth.