DevOps/Automation Engineer

Open Systems Technologies Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Systems Technologies Corporation is seeking a DevOps/Automation engineer to support our DIA Platform-as-a-Service program. You will design and maintain automation scripts, deploy containers with Kubernetes, and collaborate with development teams to streamline cloud deployments.

The ideal candidate has RedHat OpenShift experience, proficiency with Ansible, Python/Bash/PowerShell scripting, and the ability to work onsite in Reston, VA while supporting government and private sector clients.

Qualifications

• Must have some experience supporting RedHat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP).
• Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Poly.
• Requires Sec+ (or 8570 IAT Lvl 2 equivalent).
• Must be able to work onsite (5 days per week) in Reston, VA.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience with Ansible and OpenShift.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• RedHat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) experience a must.
• Experience with RedHat products, particularly RHEL (Linux).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automation scripts to streamline deployment processes and improve system efficiency.
• Utilize containers and Kubernetes to orchestrate and manage applications in a cloud environment.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth integration of automation tools.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to automation and infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in DevOps and automation technologies.

Skills

Python scripting

Bash scripting

PowerShell scripting

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Ansible

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Open Systems Technologies Corporation is a leader in the government contracting marketplace, providing Enterprise Security and Cloud Computing solutions to support large organizations. Our capabilities include supplying federal government entities and private businesses with software development, scientific and engineering technical assistance, systems integration, and enterprise security. Since its founding in 1996, OST has been committed to delivering high-quality, best-in‑class results that bring added value to our clients while investing in our employees’ futures by providing exciting projects to work on, and robust benefits to include technical training and certifications, relocation assistance and a 401K match with immediate vesting.

Open Systems Technologies is looking for DevOps/Automation engineers to support our DIA Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) program initiative. You will be part of a high-performance team scaling out applications using automation/scripting, containers, and Kubernetes.

The best-fit candidate will have experience with the RedHat product line such as RHEL (Linux), Ansible, and OpenShift.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automation scripts to streamline deployment processes and improve system efficiency
• Utilize containers and Kubernetes to orchestrate and manage applications in a cloud environment
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth integration of automation tools
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to automation and infrastructure
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in DevOps and automation technologies

Requirements

• Must have some experience supporting RedHat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP)
• Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Poly
• Requires Sec+ (or 8570 IAT Lvl 2 equivalent)
• Must be able to work onsite (5 days per week) in Reston, VA
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience working with automation tools such as Ansible and OpenShift
• Strong scripting skills in languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• RedHat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) experience a must
• Experience with RedHat products, particularly RHEL (Linux) – Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills

Benefits

OST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has been operating since 1996 providing support on various contracts with Government agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 11 Federal Holidays, medical/dental coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, 401k with up to 4% match, and end-of-year profit sharing.