Cleared DevOps Engineer: Kubernetes & Cloud

Bestgate Engineering, LLC; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible PTO + 11 holidays

401k Employer Gift (7%)

Paid care premiums

Training/Career Pathing

Internal Mobility Program

Morale Building Events

Job summary

Bestgate Engineering, LLC is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to manage Kubernetes clusters and enterprise infrastructure. The role emphasizes Linux admin, network design, and secure, automated deployment pipelines across hybrid cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have 12+ years delivering with DevSecOps practices, hands-on Kubernetes recently, and active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance. A Master’s degree is preferred; Gov contracting experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of deployments, Linux admin, cloud, and DevSecOps.
• Recent hands-on with Kubernetes and containerization (last 3 years).
• Strong Linux admin/troubleshooting (RHEL/CentOS).
• Experience with LAN/WAN and network devices (Arista/Cisco).
• Docker/Kubernetes for software deployment and HA clustering.
• Python and Bash scripting; CI/CD with Jenkins or GitLab.
• IaC using Ansible or Terraform; security-conscious design.
• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance; CCNA certification.
• Bachelor's degree; Master’s preferred; hybrid cloud exp.
• System integration, testing, and deployment across complex networks.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot critical systems.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters for high availability and security.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and IaC-based automation.
• Coordinate across infrastructure, networking, and security teams.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

Linux

Networking

Python

Bash scripting

CI/CD

IaC

Security+

TS/SCI w Poly

Master's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Engineering or CS

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Bestgate Engineering, LLC is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to manage Kubernetes clusters and enterprise infrastructure. The role emphasizes Linux admin, network design, and secure, automated deployment pipelines across hybrid cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have 12+ years delivering with DevSecOps practices, hands-on Kubernetes recently, and active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance. A Master’s degree is preferred; Gov contracting experience is a plus.