DevOps Engineer

the-swift-group; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Swift Group is hiring a DevOps Engineer in Reston, VA to architect and implement modern cloud solutions. You will build scalable, secure infrastructures, integrate CI/CD pipelines, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient delivery in a mission-focused environment.

Responsibilities include designing AWS/hybrid-cloud architectures, implementing IaC with Terraform/CloudFormation/Ansible, and ensuring security and governance across production systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience for mid-level candidates or 7–9 years for senior-level.
• US citizenship with active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required.
• 4–7 years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining advanced cloud solutions.
• Proficiency with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and EBS.
• Strong IaC experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
• Scripting in Python and Bash; cloud automation
• Security-first mindset with cloud security best practices guidance
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and ticketing/knowledge bases

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements to deliver scalable, secure cloud architectures.
• Lead design, deployment, and optimization of AWS and hybrid-cloud solutions.
• Develop IaC to automate provisioning and configuration.
• Implement cloud governance and security compliance.
• Oversee automation for deployment, monitoring, and operations.
• Evaluate emerging cloud tech to improve performance and cost-efficiency.
• Support development and operations with CI/CD integration and monitoring.
• Promote collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning across teams.

Skills

AWS

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Python

Bash

Linux/Windows

Security best practices

CI/CD pipelines

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Jira

Confluence

Job description

The Swift Group is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our high-performing technical team in Reston, VA. In this role, you will architect, design, and implement innovative cloud solutions that enable our customers to fully leverage modern cloud technologies. You will help build robust, scalable infrastructures and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, optimized performance, and efficient delivery of secure cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud architectures
• Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of AWS and hybrid-cloud solutions that meet mission and security objectives
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible to automate provisioning and configuration
• Implement cloud governance frameworks and ensure compliance with applicable security and regulatory standards
• Oversee automation workflows for deployment, monitoring, and operations to reduce manual effort and increase system reliability
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend enhancements to improve performance and cost-efficiency
• Support both development and operations teams by integrating CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, and performance tuning
• Serve as a cloud expert, promoting collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning across engineering teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Mid-level candidates: 4-7 years of relevant experience
• Senior-level candidates: 7-9 years of relevant experience
• US citizenship with active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required
• 4-7 years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining advanced cloud solutions
• Demonstrated expertise in AWS environments supporting multiple classification domains (e.g., IL5 to IL6+)
• Proficiency with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and EBS
• Strong experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
• Proficiency managing and securing Linux and Windows Server systems in production environments
• Hands-on scripting experience using Python and Bash for cloud automation
• Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and implementation of advanced security controls
• Experience supporting operational environments, managing ticket queues, and leveraging knowledge bases for issue resolution
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical topics to diverse audiences
• Active CompTIA Security+ or equivalent 8140/8570 certification (valid for at least one year)
• Relevant AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Associate/Professional or SysOps Administrator) preferred

Desired Experience

• Experience working in Agile development environments and familiarity with tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Knowledge of CI/CD frameworks and version control systems (Git, Jenkins, etc.)
• Familiarity with hybrid and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Background in automation, monitoring, and performance tuning in secure production systems

Please note: we are not working with staffing agencies to fill these positions and are not accepting any unsolicited resumes from agencies.