Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance required; U.S. Citizenship mandatory.
5+ years in DevOps Engineering or Software Development, or equivalent experience with relevant education.
Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and AWS services (EKS, EC2, S3, etc.).
Proficiency in Python, Bash, or Go for scripting and development.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (e.g., Security+) required or must be obtained before starting.
Willingness to work onsite in Ft. Belvoir, VA, with occasional travel.
Responsibilities
Support development and deployment of AWS cloud infrastructure, focusing on EKS.
Automate deployment processes and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliability and scalability.
Manage Kubernetes containers and AWS cloud infrastructure.
Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications into operational infrastructure.
Monitor production systems, troubleshoot, and resolve issues for high availability.
Continuously improve processes and tools to optimize system performance.
Stay updated on new technologies and industry trends to enhance infrastructure.
Benefits
Dynamic and innovative team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Flexible work schedule to accommodate changes.
Access to additional benefits and perks listed on the company website.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Python, AWS and a background in Big Data solutions. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and ensuring the monitoring, reliability and scalability of our services. Work is performed onsite in Ft. Belvoir with a great team and could include occasional travel.
If you have a passion for DevOps and are interested in working with a dynamic and innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
#LI-DS1 #Mid-Senior Level
Essential Job Responsibilities
Support the development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
Assist in automating deployment processes and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to ensure the reliability and rapid scaling of services.
Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
Collaborate closely with development teams to seamlessly integrate their applications into the operational infrastructure.
Monitor production systems, troubleshoot issues, and help resolve them to maintain high availability.
Continuously improve processes and tools to optimize system performance.
Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, constantly exploring innovative ways to improve our infrastructure.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Clearance Requirement: Must currently have and maintain an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Strong working knowledge of one or more of the following:
Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, SNS, SQS, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
Configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
Application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
Ability to develop in Python, Bash, or Go.
Comfortable operating in a terminal-based environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) or the ability to obtain before starting with the company.
Must be able to work on customer site in Ft. Belvoir, VA 5 days a week and be able to travel occasionally. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.
Must be willing/able to help open/close the workspace during regular business hours as needed.
Preferred Requirements
Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Git, Flux, Helm, and other development and deployment tools.
Experience or familiarity with big data technologies such as: Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.
Experience or familiarity with K9s, AWS CLI is a plus.
Work could possibly require some on-call work.
We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.enlighten.com .
