DevOps Engineer (TS/SCI) — Rust & Python Automation

Leidos; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a DevOps Engineer (Tier 3) to support a government contract in the National Capital Region. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and enhancing custom software across Windows and Linux environments, with strong emphasis on automation and secure operations.

The candidate will collaborate across teams and customers, contribute to roadmaps, and ensure robust architecture. A TS/SCI with polygraph is required; salary ranges reflect seniority and security clearances in NCR.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience, or Masters with 6+ years.
• Demonstrated custom development experience using Linux based servers and appliances.
• 3+ years of experience using Rust and/or Python; Rust strongly preferred.
• Experience implementing automation tools using Ansible.
• Experience implementing custom apps using Docker containers.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and evolving custom code bases.
• Strong written/verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or modify custom applications and scripts across multiple platforms.
• Maintain custom software applications and services.
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing software solutions.
• Maintain system architecture for versatility and consistency across platforms.
• Provide input to software configuration, documentation, build roadmaps, and updates.
• Attend meetings and reviews.
• Communicate with internal teams, program manager, and customer teams.
• Coordinate with external parties such as mission partners and vendors.

Skills

DevOps

Python

Rust

Ansible

Docker

Linux

Windows

Communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Ansible

GitHub

GitLab

VMware

Ubuntu Server

Windows Server

PowerShell

Job description

Leidos is seeking a DevOps Engineer (Tier 3) to support a government contract in the National Capital Region. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and enhancing custom software across Windows and Linux environments, with strong emphasis on automation and secure operations.

The candidate will collaborate across teams and customers, contribute to roadmaps, and ensure robust architecture. A TS/SCI with polygraph is required; salary ranges reflect seniority and security clearances in NCR.