Clear Ridge Defense is seeking a TS/SCI cleared professional with polygraph to serve as our DevOps Engineer in Fort Meade, MD.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Deploy and manage production software using Kubernetes (CLI and k9s), Docker Swarm, Helm, and Flux
- Automate workflows using Bash, Python and related scripting tools
- Become a subject matter expert in the full platform/application stack, including release processes, tooling, and data dependencies
- Maintain and troubleshoot relational databases (PostgreSQL, SQL) as part of the platform stack
Must-Haves
- A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
- Security+ certification or equivalent (JCAC)
- A hybrid background in DevOps, Cybersecurity, System Administration, Software Development and Database Management
- Proficiency in a scripting or programming language (e.g., Python)
- Understanding of SQL/PostgreSQL and database troubleshooting
- Solid grasp of networking fundamentals, including pod-level ingress/egress and DNS
Nice‑to‑Haves
Benefits Snapshot
- 100% Fully‑Covered Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 100% Fully‑Covered Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Fully‑Covered Life and AD&D Insurance
- Unique Flexible PTO
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- $500 New Uniform Bonus for Transitioning Military
- Monthly Tax‑Free Cell Phone Stipend
- Monthly Tax‑Free Gym Wellness / Streaming Subscription Stipend to include Amazon Prime, Netflix, Audible, etc.
- Competitive 401k Matching to plan for retirement
- Free financial advising from qualified experts
- Annual $5,000 Training Allotment
- One‑of‑a‑kind Referral Program: $250/mo indefinitely per successful referral, with no limit to number of referrals
- Business Development and Client Expansion Bonuses
- Monthly Company‑Paid Socials and Events
- Access to our Company Swag Store
Salary range: $150,000 - $200,000 / year
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.