DevOps Tech Specialist 5 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a DevOps Technical Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in designing and maintaining electronic security services for a variety of clients. This position emphasizes automation and integration of infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies, ensuring secure and efficient operations. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative work environment, you will be part of a dynamic team that values expertise and agility. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional development programs

Tuition reimbursement

Collaborative work environment

Leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in relevant fields; 10+ years with a bachelor's degree.
• Extensive knowledge of IaC and DevOps architectures.
• Compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher within six months.

Responsibilities

• Automating deployment of infrastructure, code, and applications.
• Collaborating with teams to improve automation practices.
• Designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and optimizing cloud environments.

Skills

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

DevOps practices

Automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible)

Application lifecycle management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, GitLab)

Windows platforms

Cybersecurity

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in engineering

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Jira

Azure DevOps

GitLab

MS Azure

Job description

Overview

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking driven individuals who aim for excellence and want to make a meaningful impact by powering, automating, integrating, and securing critical infrastructure and facilities. Joining M.C. Dean means becoming part of a team of over 5,800 professionals dedicated to engineering and deploying automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, as well as management platforms that ensure long-term system sustainability. Our mission is to transform complex, large-scale systems to enhance client outcomes, improve lives, and positively change the world.

We are looking for a DevOps Technical Specialist to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. This role involves designing, engineering, integrating, operating, and maintaining electronic security services such as intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual systems, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial clients across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

Utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices, the role focuses on automating deployment of infrastructure, code, applications, and image management to streamline development and operations. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, implementing, integrating, and supporting enterprise IT platforms, including secure cloud-hosted and on-premises environments. Key responsibilities include:

• Researching and evaluating technology options for functionality, performance, security, and interoperability.
• Collaborating with development and operations teams to resolve issues and improve automation practices.
• Managing scripts and automating deployment workflows using third-party tools.
• Monitoring deployment health, resolving issues, and redeploying as necessary.
• Maintaining and improving IaC architecture and design, source code repositories, and deployment pipelines.
• Developing reusable automation modules for network, systems infrastructure, data storage, messaging, and cybersecurity.
• Creating and maintaining configuration code for enterprise IT solutions.
• Designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, optimizing cloud environments, and managing configurations.
• Executing capacity planning, updates, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Documenting system designs, configurations, procedures, and maintenance plans.
• Developing data flow pipelines to integrate applications and federate data among systems.

Qualifications

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance required. Candidates will undergo a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship.

Key Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s in engineering preferred.
• Compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher within six months of hire.
• Microsoft Certified Professional or Systems Engineer certification is highly desirable.
• At least 15+ years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or GED; 10+ years with a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of IaC and DevOps architectures, automation frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible), development tools, source control, and deployment systems.
• Experience with application lifecycle management tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, GitLab.
• Proficiency with Windows platforms, Active Directory, GPO, VDI, networking, and storage, including cybersecurity aspects.
• Hands-on experience with MS Azure and cloud services.
• Understanding of ETL tools and techniques, network protocols, and infrastructure concepts.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative environment driven by core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• Leadership opportunities supported by a well-established company with 75 years of history.
• Investment in professional development through training, leadership programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Open communication channels with senior leadership and local management.

Abilities:

• Prolonged computer use, sitting, reaching, and finger dexterity.
• Listening, understanding, and verbal communication skills.
• Reading comprehension and problem-solving abilities.