DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer (TS/SCI - Onsite) - Chantilly, Virginia - $125,000 - $175,000

Exciting Opportunity: DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer (TS/SCI - Onsite)
Location: Chantilly, Virginia 
$125,000 - $175,000

Join a team of experts as a DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer where you’ll play a key role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-critical systems for the intelligence community. This is a dynamic role for a technical professional looking to make an impact through automation and innovation within a multi-tenant environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Automate and optimize processes within a Windows and Linux-based environment.

- Develop automation scripts using Python and/or Microsoft PowerShell.

- Support the deployment of microservices via a DevSecOps pipeline.

- Configure, troubleshoot, and deploy Docker containers.

- Maintain and enhance GitLab CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation.

- Provide technical guidance and support for developer testing and deployments.

- Conduct security remediation based on scan results.

- Create and maintain comprehensive DevOps documentation.

Required Skills:

- Security Clearance: TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph or active TS/SCI with willingness to obtain Polygraph.

- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, or related field, plus 8+ years of experience (or Master’s with 6+ years).

- Security+ Certification or higher.

- 2-3 years of experience with Kubernetes (preferably OpenShift or EKS) and Docker.

- Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell, Python, or similar.

- Experience with Microsoft Windows and Linux administration.

- Knowledge of custom code development and GitLab functionality.

- Experience with AWS services (CloudFormation, S3, ECS) and serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway).

- Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based architectures.

- Familiarity with team collaboration tools like Jira and Confluence.

Preferred Skills:

- AWS Certifications (e.g., DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect).

- Experience with AWS Lambda, ECS, and GitLab CI/CD.

- Linux certifications.

- Familiarity with ArcGIS or geospatial technologies.

- Experience troubleshooting and deploying Docker containers.

Benefits:

- 3 weeks paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and comprehensive medical/dental coverage.

- Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, and AD&D coverage.

- 401k with up to 4% match and end-of-year profit sharing.

If you’re passionate about DevOps and Kubernetes, this is a great opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, high-impact environment while supporting mission-critical operations.

Lead Systems Administrator - TS/SC W/CI Poly - Melbourne, FL - $92,000 - $171,000

Lead Systems Administrator  - TS/SC W/CI Poly

Location: Melbourne, Florida, United States
$92,000 - $171,000

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Systems Administrator and play a crucial role in shaping cutting-edge technology solutions in the aerospace, aviation, and defense industries. We're seeking an experienced IT professional with a passion for system integration, security, and automation. This role offers the chance to work on complex, mission-critical projects with a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Key Responsibilities: 

- Configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Redhat/Oracle Linux systems (physical and virtual). 

- Deploy infrastructure through automation, utilizing tools such as Ansible, Kickstart, Podman, and Puppet. 

- Implement and maintain security controls compliant with DoD security frameworks and RMF (Risk Management Framework) requirements. 

- Integrate Linux and Windows systems into a unified Active Directory Domain. 

- Design, create, and manage containers within Linux and Windows environments. 

- Support RMF compliance by integrating security principles into system builds from the ground up. 

- Use CI/CD and DevSecOps tools to automate, optimize, and troubleshoot enterprise-level applications. 

- Leverage LDAP for Linux IDM and Windows environments to ensure seamless integration.

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

- Hands-on experience with testing and integration tools such as Jenkins, Jira, and Bitbucket. 

- Linux certifications such as RedHat (RHCSA or RHCE) or CompTIA Linux+ are a plus. 

- Knowledge of virtualization technologies (KVM), backup systems (NAS, SAN, iSCSI), and microservices, including Docker containers. 

- Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments with previous DoD and government customer support experience.

Qualifications: 

- Bachelor’s Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience or a Graduate Degree with 7+ years. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of related experience is required. 

- Active DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+). 

- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly.

If you're ready to grow in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and excellence, apply today!secure environment.

Linux Systems Administrator (TS/SCI w FS Poly) - Chantilly, Virginia - $200,000 - $300,000

Exciting Opportunity: Linux Systems Administrator (TS/SCI w FS Poly)

Location: Chantilly, Virginia 
$200,000 - $300,000

Are you a skilled Linux Systems Administrator looking for a challenge in a high-stakes environment? Join a dynamic team on a long-term contract supporting the intelligence community, where your expertise will be critical to maintaining the stability, security, and performance of a cutting-edge infrastructure. This role provides the opportunity to work across both Windows and Linux environments, supporting mission-critical applications and services.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide daily operational support for both Linux and Windows operating systems and applications.

- Manage and maintain virtual and physical infrastructure, including servers running CentOS in development, testing, and production configurations.

- Develop and maintain environments in Amazon Web Services (AWS).

- Ensure system security by monitoring dashboards and supporting Continuous Monitoring efforts.

- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of systems and applications.

- Oversee testing strategies, leveraging automation tools like Ansible and Puppet for provisioning, configuration management, and patching.

- Collaborate with fellow administrators, engineers, and clients to ensure smooth integration and operation of applications.

- Troubleshoot complex issues, provide incident analysis, and recommend solutions.

Required Skills:

- Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.

- Extensive experience with RedHat and/or CentOS.

- Proficiency with VMWare ESXi infrastructure (v6.x+), vCenter, host clustering, and replication.

- Experience with Ansible/Puppet for automated server builds and application management.

- Strong experience with AWS, including building, upgrading, and maintaining applications.

- Proficiency with Git, GitLab, or GitHub for code maintenance.

- Experience managing Elasticsearch on CentOS and working with Atlassian Jira and Confluence.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills:

- Certified Linux System Administrator.

- Knowledge of network engineering fundamentals and design.

- Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, SCCM, MS SQL Server, and PowerShell scripting.

- Familiarity with Syslog applications (Splunk), Hadoop infrastructure, and Cisco network/security devices.

- AWS Certification and ITIL Foundations Certification a plus.

- Certifications like CISSP, GIAC, or Security+ are highly desirable.

Benefits:

- 3 weeks paid time off and 2 weeks of holiday pay.

- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.

- Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, and AD&D coverage.

- 401k with up to 4% match, plus end-of-year profit sharing.

If you're passionate about IT security, system administration, and contributing to meaningful work in the intelligence community, this is the perfect role for you! Don't miss the chance to apply your skills in a fast-paced, highly secure environment.

Software Engineer – TS/SCI with CI Poly or TS willing to sit for a CI Poly - Chantilly, VA - $260,000 - $285,000

Software Engineer – TS/SCI with CI Poly or TS willing to sit for a CI Poly
Chantilly, VA
$260,000 - $285,000
Relocation Assistance available

The Software Engineer participates in a development team that uses agile methodologies combined with mature software practices and a technology-supported development infrastructure. The Software Engineer will execute full lifecycle agile workflow including daily SCRUMs, story grooming and bidding, and sprint execution. The Software Engineer will develop software and extend the software baseline to implement new capabilities and to mature existing capabilities using key enabling technologies and frameworks. The Software Engineer will help maintain the deployed system, diagnose and resolve issues, and provide support to end-users as needed. The Software Engineer will provide technical and methodological guidance to the team, while helping steer the team to be self-reliant and highly effective at meeting project objectives.

The ideal engineer will have outstanding technical talent; have the desire to continuously learn and apply new skills and technologies; and be eager to take on hard problems and develop successful solutions to achieve the overall mission.

Qualifications:

• CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI w/CI poly preferred or a Top Secret willing to sit for a CI Poly

• 4 years of experience with Java development.

• B.S. degree Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

• Experience with Angular 4+ front-end web application platform and PrimeNG UI components or similar web framework.

• Experience with PostgreSQL or similar Relational Database Management System (RDBMS).

• Experience with cloud technologies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or GovCloud.

• Experience with continuous integration, build management, and automated test frameworks.

• Experience integrating, testing, and deploying software applications to operations.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including direct customer contact.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge or familiarity with Space Systems highly desired.

• Experience with Docker containers.

• Experience with Spring Boot framework.

• Experience developing software using the Agile/Scrum methodology.

• Ability to work with other software developers to assist in developing and presenting technical information.

• Knowledge of software, Computer architectures, software architectures, object-oriented programs.

• Ability to work with an engaged customer to gather requirements and feedback.

• Ability to work in a team environment with a willingness to learn and grow.

• Experience leading specific trade and root cause analysis studies.

DevOps Engineer – Mid or Senior Level – Chantily, VA - TS/SCI W/CI Poly - $260,000 - $280,000

DevOps Engineer – Mid or Senior Level – Chantily, VA
Full-Time, Permanent
$260,000 - $280,000

Our client is looking for a Mid-to-Senior DevOps Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team in supporting a Government customer. The engineer will be working with a large-scale enterprise application using web technologies, distributed computation and storage frameworks, and sophisticated, cutting-edge domain analytics, with the system hosted on virtualized and cloud-computing platforms. The software engineer work both independently with little supervision as well as engage with a team to achieve overall project objectives.



Details:

The DevOps Software Engineer participates in a team in implementing DevSecOps methodologies into an Agile software development environment.

• Collaborating and leading with other engineers to plan, design and develop the DevSecOps environment that includes cohesive CI/CD pipelines.

• Supporting the entire Software Development Lifecycle with an emphasis on build and release management via automation.

• Analyzing continuously the DevOps environment for technical and process improvements (e.g. integration of security measures, faster security and software updates, improved automation, reduced glitches and software failures, etc.).

• Maintaining the deployed system, deploying updates and fixes, investigating and resolving technical and network issues, providing technical support to end-users as needed.

• Promoting DevOps as a team culture.



Qualifications:

• CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret willing to sit for a CI Poly TS/SCI w/CI poly preferred or 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

• 4+ years' experience with DevSecOps.

• 4+ years' experience integrating, testing, and deploying software applications to operations.

• 4+ years' experience with agile teamwork, and diverse multi-site geographical team collaboration.

• 4+ years' experience with RHEL and/or CentOS system and/or network administration.

• 4+ years' experience with cloud technologies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or GovCloud.

• 4+ years' experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

• 4+ years' experience with standard automated deployment tools (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, etc.).

Software Programmer TS/SCI Clearance Required - USA, Fairfax VA - $110,200 - $148,800

Software Programmer TS/SCI Clearance Required

USA, Fairfax VA

$110,200 - $148,800

Job Description

Must be a United States citizen holding Top Secret Clearance. This is an onsite role so candidate must be in or within a commutable distance to Fairfax, VA area.  PLEASE NOTE: While we do not provide relocation assistance, you can apply from another location as long as are able to move to the Fairfax area within 2 weeks of the role being offered to you. Applicants must already be located within the United States and this role is not eligible for sponsorship. This is not a union/represented role.

Our Company is one of the nation’s strongest and most dynamic systems solutions providers. Our company specializes in the acquisition, design, engineering, evaluation, and development of advanced IT systems and data communications networks for information systems and applications. Our long tradition of success is attributable to the bright, driven professionals at our company.

•   Ability to break down very large, complex problems into manageable tasks

•   Strong problem-solving and pattern recognition skills

•   Ability to effectively communicate complex, technical findings through documentation

•   Ability to write software code

•   Ability to gather requirements from various sources, including end customers.

•   Creativity in solving complex problems with limited resources

•   Ability to maintain focus and direction with ambiguous requirements

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

•   C/C++ programming

•   Linux, Linux Kernel modules/drivers

•   Network Programming- TCP/IP protocols, BSD socket API, VOIP applications and protocols

•   Ability to document and explain technical details clearly

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION:

•   Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Computing Engineering or related field

•   Proficient in one or more Object Oriented programming language such as C++

•   Development experience in Windows and Linux Operating Systems

•   Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills

•   Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn

•   Ability to meet deadlines on individual tasks

•   Top Secret/SCI clearance

•   Must be a U.S. citizen