Site Reliability Engineer

Job Description

CSCI Consulting is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to ensure the performance, availability, and security of mission-critical enterprise systems in a secure federal environment. This role combines deep systems engineering knowledge with DevOps automation, proactive monitoring, and incident response practices. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with cloud platforms, automation tools, and secure infrastructure operations.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, manage complex integrations, and support continuous delivery while ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize enterprise infrastructure performance, uptime, and reliability across hybrid environments


• Develop and manage automation for infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, or GitLab CI


• Implement and manage monitoring, alerting, and log analysis using tools such as Splunk, Prometheus, and Grafana


• Develop and maintain scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation, diagnostics, and incident response


• Support performance tuning and root cause analysis (RCA) for infrastructure and application-level issues


• Ensure compliance with IAVA, STIGs, and other DoD cybersecurity standards


• Collaborate with Agile teams to support sprint planning, retrospectives, and technical execution


• Participate in disaster recovery, backup/restore, and incident management processes


• Support interface monitoring and ensure data integrity across integrated ERP and enterprise systems

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field


• 4–6 years of experience in site reliability engineering, DevOps, or systems/network engineering


• Experience maintaining enterprise infrastructure with a focus on performance, security, and uptime


• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and automation frameworks (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible, Terraform)


• Strong scripting ability using Python, Bash, or PowerShell


• Hands-on experience with monitoring/logging tools (e.g., Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana)


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure [OCI]) and virtualization (e.g., VMware)


• Understanding of disaster recovery, backup, and incident response procedures


• Active DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one


• Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving


• Ability to work with clients to understand their needs


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Professional presence

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting DoD or federal systems in classified or mission-critical environments


• Familiarity with Oracle Exadata, ZFS storage, and InfiniBand networking


• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks, including STIGs and IAVA compliance


• Experience with performance tuning and RCA in high-availability systems


• Experience in Agile/SAFe teams and participation in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives


• Exposure to interface monitoring, system integrations, and data validation in complex enterprise environments


• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently


• Strong customer and vendor relationship skills


• Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies


• Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value


• Past experience working with a federal agency


• Department of Defense experience is a plus!
  

About CSCI

CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class s ervices for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed!

At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!

Benefits of Working at CSCI

• Competitive salaries


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package


• Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar


• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Team building events


• Professional development support

Legal

CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team.

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As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations.

By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant:

• Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process.


• Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process.


• Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies.


• Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law.

For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI’s HR team.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.