Senior DevOps Engineer

Trinzic; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Senior DevOps Engineer to integrate cloud technologies with DevOps practices. You will build and deploy helm charts on Kubernetes, develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines, and troubleshoot deployments to support AFRL and national security projects.

Requires a TS/SCI clearance, a B.S. in CS, and 3+ years in cloud or Kubernetes environments; on-site work with minimal travel and a flexible schedule is offered.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government TS/SCI security clearance (U.S. citizen).
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent; relevant experience considered.
• DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce qualification (Security+ or equivalent).
• 3+ years in Cloud Engineering, Pipeline engineering, or Kubernetes development.
• Proficient in Kubernetes and Docker; able to containerize apps.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy helm charts to Kubernetes clusters.
• Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines to build, scan, publish, and deploy containers and helm charts.
• Troubleshoot failed deployments and pipelines.
• Containerize custom applications.
• Design high-level architecture for cloud-native networks and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across tech stacks.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

Helm

Linux

Cloud engineering

Security clearance

Terraform

Kafka

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

GitLab

Kafka

KeyCloak

OpenSSL

Job description

Title: Senior DevOps Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long‑term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin‑off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest‑priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin‑off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities.

Our KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer. This role is pivotal in integrating cloud technologies with DevOps practices, requiring a blend of technical skills and operational acumen. As a Senior DevOps Engineer, your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and the overall business outcomes we aim to achieve.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: At KBR, you'll be working on prototype projects that support the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s missions. The AFRL is the primary scientific research and development center for the Air Force. AFRL leads the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space, and cyberspace force.
• Collaborative Environment: Our rapid prototyping environment requires that we empower and entrust our engineers to make high level decisions. We live the Agile values, prioritizing development team autonomy, face‑to‑face communication, and working code over processes and documentation.
• Impactful Work: Your work will directly support the Air Force in expanding national capabilities. As the Air Force's leader for National‑to‑Tactical capability development, AFRL collaborates with leading experts across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, National Laboratories, industry, inter‑agency, academia, and partner nations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and deploy helm charts to Kubernetes clusters
• Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines to build, scan, publish, and deploy containers and helm charts.
• Troubleshoot failed deployments and pipelines.
• Containerize custom applications.
• Design high‑level architecture for cloud‑native networks and systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support a variety of tech stacks

Work Environment:

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Flexible

Qualifications:

Required:

• Security Clearance: Must have an active U.S. Government TS/SCI security clearance, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain
• Education: B.S. in Computer Science. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience or certification.
• DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce qualification (Security+ or equivalent)
• 3+ years of experience with deep knowledge in one or more of the following fields:
  • Cloud Engineering
  • Pipeline engineering
  • Kubernetes development
• Proficient in Kubernetes
• Experience writing Dockerfiles and containerizing applications.
• 3+ years of experience with GNU/Linux commands, shell navigation, and Git version control.
• Ability to research and solve complex technical problems independently.

Desired:

• Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) certification or similar
• Experience with AWS or Azure cloud services, certification (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals or similar) is preferred.
• Competence in building pipelines, preferably with GitLab.
• Experience delivering a cloud native application.
• Familiarity with OAuth2, OIDC flows, or KeyCloak.
• Experience with IaC tools, especially Terraform.
• Experience deploying to air‑gapped networks.
• Experience with Cert Manager, OpenSSL, and Public Key Infrastructure.
• Experience with event streaming services, especially Kafka.

Basic Compensation: $115,600 - $173,300 (For Colorado Springs Only)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.