Senior DevOps Engineer

ECS; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and support information systems architectures for a DHS-related program. The role emphasizes cloud services, infrastructure automation, DevSecOps, and open-source practices across enterprise environments.

The Senior DevOps Engineer will engage with diverse stakeholders, provide leadership, and help establish best practices to improve delivery across teams.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required and ability to pass a Public Trust investigation.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Experience with cloud services, infrastructure automation, DevSecOps, and open-source ecosystems.
• Proficiency in Linux and Docker.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Continuously optimize AWS and GitLab cloud platform services across all integration points.
• Interact with stakeholders to design, plan, and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering to deliver proposed solutions.
• Provide thought leadership across engineering efforts.
• Address technical challenges and adapt solutions to evolving requirements.

Skills

AWS

GCP

Docker

Linux

Public Trust

Cloud certifications

Citizenship required

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GitLab

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in independently applying a wide set of engineering disciplines for system design, analysis, coding, testing, roll‑out, and support of information systems architectures. This role would be in support of the Department of Homeland Security.

Everforth ECS is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in independently applying a wide set of engineering disciplines for system design, analysis, coding, testing, roll‑out, and support of information systems architectures. This role would be in support of the Department of Homeland Security.

This role requires expertise in cloud services, infrastructure automation, DevSecOps, open‑source ecosystems, enterprise solution design, and software and infrastructure engineering practices.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical leadership, the ability to engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, and the ability to adapt solutions to evolving requirements and priorities. The Senior DevOps Engineer will contribute to establishing best practices that enhance delivery processes across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously optimize AWS and Gitlab cloud platform services across all integration points.


• Interact closely with key project stakeholders to design, plan, and implement operationally sustainable solutions.


• Work closely with the engineering team to deliver proposed solutions.


• Provide thought leadership across engineering efforts.


• Problem‑solve technical challenges as they arise and adjust solutions based on discoveries or new requirements.

Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000

General Description Of Benefits

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related field


• U.S. citizenship required


• Ability to pass a Public Trust investigation.


• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.


• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.


• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, AWS DevOps Engineer, GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Etc.).


• Related experience demonstrating a broad background in:
  
  
  
  • Cloud services
  
  
  • Infrastructure automation
  
  
  • DevSecOps
  
  
  • Open-source ecosystems
  
  
  • Application programming
  
  
  • Service-oriented architecture
  
  
  • Enterprise architecture
  
  
  
  


• Deep working knowledge of cloud development platforms, including:
  
  
  
  • IT operations, virtualization, and containerization
  
  
  • Networking and storage
  
  
  • Disaster recovery
  
  
  • Security policy and controls implementation
  
  
  • System management and data migration
  
  
  
  


• Strong awareness of current industry trends in application and cloud architectures.


• Significant expertise in public, private, and hybrid cloud technologies (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).


• Proficiency in Linux and Docker.


• Strong written and oral communication skills and excellent client-interaction skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting DHS or other federal clients.


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code tooling, or container orchestration.


• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to high-quality engineering practices.


• Ability to think creatively and work independently or as part of a team on complex tasks with minimal oversight.


• Strong collaborator with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS

is the federal segment Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We Value

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams


• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!