Piper Companies

DevOps Engineer

Piper Companies$210K — $245K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required to start.
  • Security+ certification required.
  • 5+ years of experience in SELinux, software development, and scripting.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, Perl, Korn Shell, Bourne/Bash, and Ansible.
  • Experience with version control and DevOps tools such as Git and GitLab.
  • Proven track record in developing and maintaining DevOps deployment automation processes.
  • Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) environments.

Responsibilities

  • Support deployment, administration, and automation in Linux/Unix environments.
  • Develop and maintain automation for DevOps using scripting and configuration tools.
  • Assist in setting up network infrastructure to meet Authority to Operate (ATO) goals.
  • Manage source code repositories and CI/CD pipeline workflows.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure system performance and operational readiness.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a DevOps Engineer - TS//SCI with CI Poly, to support a mission-critical government program in Herndon, VA (with potential future work location in Springfield, VA). This opportunity supports the Hedgehog Program, focused on deployment, site support, and infrastructure initiatives.

DevOps Engineer | Responsibilities
  • Support deployment, administration, and automation efforts across Linux/Unix-based environments.
  • Develop and maintain DevOps automation processes utilizing scripting and configuration management tools.
  • Assist with standing up and supporting administrative and console network infrastructure to meet ATO objectives.
  • Manage source code repositories, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment workflows.
  • Support HPC environments and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure operational readiness and system performance.


DevOps Engineer | Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required to start.
  • Security+ certification required.
  • 5+ years of experience with a combination of SELinux, software development, scripting, and configuration management.
  • Strong proficiency with Python, Perl, Korn Shell, Bourne/Bash, Ansible, and other Linux/Unix scripting languages.
  • Experience with version control and DevOps tools including Git, GitLab, GitLab CI, SVN, and CVS.
  • Proven experience developing, implementing, and maintaining DevOps deployment automation processes.
  • Experience supporting High Performance Computing (HPC) environments.


DevOps Engineer | Compensation
  • Salary Range: $210,000 - $245,000 (depends on experience)
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays.


This job opens for applications on 9/17/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: DevOps Engineer, Systems Engineer, Linux, Unix, SELinux, Python, Bash, Korn Shell, Perl, Ansible, Git, GitLab, GitLab CI, CI/CD, Configuration Management, Automation, HPC, High Performance Computing, Network Infrastructure, ATO, TS/SCI, CI Polygraph, Security+, Herndon VA, Springfield VA.

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About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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