Cleared DevOps Engineer: Kubernetes, SecOps & Cloud

Bestgate Engineering, LLC; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible PTO

401k Employer Gift

Medical premiums

Training/Career Pathing

Mobility/Referral bonuses

Job summary

Bestgate Engineering is seeking a DevOps Engineer specialized in Kubernetes to support mission-critical enterprise systems. The role requires hands-on Linux, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps practices to deploy, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have extensive Kubernetes experience, strong networking knowledge, and proficiency with Python/Bash scripting.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps.
• Recent hands-on experience within the last 3 years with Kubernetes, cluster orchestration, and containerization.
• Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting experience, preferably RHEL/CentOS.
• Experience with network design, implementation, maintenance, and upgrades.

Skills

Kubernetes

Linux

CI/CD

Python

Bash scripting

Ansible

Terraform

Security Clearance

CCNA

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Docker

Job description

DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes

Summary
Join a mission-focused engineering team supporting complex enterprise systems and infrastructure. This role combines Linux systems administration, networking, cloud, containerization, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps to deploy, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot critical systems. The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically versatile, and comfortable working across infrastructure, automation, and network environments.

Required

• 12+ years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps.
• Recent hands-on experience within the last 3 years with Kubernetes, cluster orchestration, and containerization.
• Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting experience, preferably RHEL/CentOS.
• Experience with network design, implementation, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Experience administering LAN/CAN/WAN environments.
• Experience with both Arista and Cisco network devices.
• Experience configuring and optimizing networks connecting front-end and back-end systems.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for software deployment.
• Experience managing and configuring Kubernetes clusters for high availability, scalability, and security.
• Experience with Python and Bash scripting.
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or GitLab.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using Ansible or Terraform.
• Active IAT II CWIP / DoD 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+) and CCNA certification.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional TE or related experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience supporting hybrid cloud and virtualized environments.
• Experience with system integration, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Experience supporting complex networked systems and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Experience with automated infrastructure deployment and configuration management.

*Salary Range: $ 180,000- $230,000

*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers.

We are currently hiring Cleared Software Developers, CNO Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Security Engineers.

At Bestgate, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced software and systems engineers, tackling mission-critical challenges across cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded systems, data science, DevSecOps, and more. We believe exceptional people deserve exceptional support, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package focused on your well-being, career development, and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Pay – Less frill for more in your base pay.
• Flexible PTO to fit your work/life needs + 11 holidays.
• 7% 401k Employer Gift – Vested immediately.
• 100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums for both individuals and families.
• Training/Career Pathing – Annual budget for training, mentoring, and an Internal Mobility Program.
• Morale Building Events – Time given to enjoy connecting with other Bestgate Employees.

Apply to learn more about us, and the work we have available!

External Referral Program - If now's not the right time, but you know someone that is looking for a change, we offer competitive external referral bonuses for every hire!

Equal Employment Opportunity: Bestgate Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.