DevOps Engineer

GRVTY; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

GRVTY is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team onsite at Ft. Belvoir, VA. The role emphasizes Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure in AWS, with edge/on-prem deployment.

Candidates should have TS/SCI clearance, 5+ years in DevOps or 3+ years with a related master’s, and strong scripting in Python/Bash along with Terraform and Ansible. Occasional travel may be required. We value collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions, continuous

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance; US citizenship required.
• 5+ years in DevOps or software development; or 3+ years with a related master's degree; or 9 years with HS diploma.
• Strong Kubernetes/container orchestration knowledge and AWS (EKS, EC2, S3, Lambda).
• Proficiency with Terraform and Ansible for configuration management.
• Experience with Linux administration and scripting (Python, Bash).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy cloud infrastructure in AWS (EKS) and edge/on-prem deployments.
• Automate deployment processes; ensure reliability and scalability of services.
• Manage Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate apps into the infrastructure.
• Monitor production systems and troubleshoot issues.
• Drive continuous improvements for high availability and performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends.
• Occasional travel; on-site work at Ft Belvoir, VA.

Skills

Kubernetes

Container orchestration

Configuration management

CI/CD

Automation

AWS

Linux administration

Scripting (Bash)

Python

Big data

Go

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent with 9 years experience

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Git

Flux

AWS CLI

Diode

K9s

Job description

GRVTY is seeking a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our fast-paced development team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, AWS, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Python, 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.

What You'll be Owning

• Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS, especially EKS.
• Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure of on-premise and portable equipment.
• Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate their applications into the infrastructure.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems and resolve issues as necessary.
• Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and industry trends, continuously exploring new ways to improve our infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Must Have

• Active TS/SCI level U.S. Government Security clearance is required; Must be a U.S. citizen.
• 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 knowledge of Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and their application to deployment and management of infrastructure.
• Proficient in configuration management tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with application, container, and OS deployment, scaling, and management.
• Ability to develop in multiple programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
• Familiarity with Git, Flux, and other development and deployment tools.
• Must be comfortable in a terminal-based environment.
• Proficient knowledge of Linux, including system administration and troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites.
• Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications (i.e. Security+) or the ability to obtain one within first few months of hire.
• 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.

What Would be Nice to Have

• Experience with big data technologies like: Hadoop, Accumulo, Ceph, Spark, NiFi, Kafka, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
• Experience with K9s, AWS CLI and other AWS services like SNS, SQS and Diode is a plus.

Pay Range:

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $103,691 - $169,212