DevOps Engineer

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapid Strategy is seeking a DevOps Engineer-II to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments, and manage cloud-based infrastructure. This role requires active TS/SCI clearance and can be based in Colorado Springs, MD, Reston, or DC.

The ideal candidate has strong scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell), experience with Git/GitLab, and knowledge of monitoring tools like Splunk or Datadog. Collaboration with development teams is essential for secure, efficient deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4-7 years of DevOps or related IT experience.
• Proficiency with scripting: Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with Git and GitLab for source control.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Splunk or Datadog.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, and related tools.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments with Terraform and Ansible.
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and improve performance.
• Collaborate with developers to securely deploy code.
• Manage cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and Kubernetes.
• Support release cycles and ensure high availability.

Skills

Scripting languages (Python, Bash, or 

Education

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

Tools

Jenkins

Git

GitLab

Terraform

Ansible

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Splunk

Datadog

Python

Bash

PowerShell

Job description

About Us:

Rapid Strategy, an award-winning African-American-owned small business, specializes in providing cutting-edge cybersecurity services to both private and public sectors. Based in Charlotte, NC, we support clients nationwide, delivering innovative solutions to protect against evolving cyber threats. Learn more about us at www.RapidStrategy.io.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer-II to build and maintain infrastructure, deploy applications, and automate operational tasks. This role requires expertise in developing CI/CD pipelines, automating deployments, and ensuring system reliability. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with modern DevOps tools and processes and thrives in collaborative environments. This role requires an active TS/SCI. This role can be performed in Colorado Springs, Maryland, Reston, or Washington DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, and related tools.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement performance enhancements.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate and deploy code securely and efficiently.
• Manage cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Support software release cycles and ensure high availability.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4-7 years of DevOps or related IT experience.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with source code management tools (Git, GitLab).
• Working knowledge of monitoring tools like Splunk or Datadog.

Additional Requirements:

• Applicants MUST be based in the United States and be U.S. citizens.
• Applicants MUST have an active TS/SCI
• Completion of a federally mandated criminal history background check is required within 30 days of hire.