Senior DevOps Engineer – Linux, Kubernetes & Docker Expert

OpenTalent; Maryland; On-site; USD 254,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenTalent is seeking a Development Operations Engineer 3 in Maryland to administer Linux systems and container platforms for SIGINT systems. The role requires strong scripting, IaC, and experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and hybrid cloud environments.

A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required and on-site duties in Annapolis Junction apply. The candidate will design, deploy, and maintain diverse networks, upgrade systems, and support 24/7 operations with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 12+ years' experience with software and system deployments, Linux admin, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps.
• Recent Kubernetes experience within the last 3 years.
• Experience with cluster orchestration and containerization in production.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science; substitutions allowed for relevant experience.
• Willing to travel for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; able to provide 24/7 on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, upgrade, install, test, integrate and configure multi-site SIGINT systems and software.
• Design, integrate, deploy, test and provide ongoing maintenance for various network devices.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters for high availability, scalability and security; monitor hybrid/cloud environments.
• Lead development and deployment pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab; implement IaC with Ansible/Terraform.

Skills

Linux

Python

Bash

Jenkins

GitLab

Ansible

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

IaC

Arista/Cisco

Networking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science

May substitute four years' experience for degree

MS in Engineering or CS (advantage)

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Ansible

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Arista/Cisco devices

Job description

OpenTalent is seeking a Development Operations Engineer 3 in Maryland to administer Linux systems and container platforms for SIGINT systems. The role requires strong scripting, IaC, and experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and hybrid cloud environments.

A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required and on-site duties in Annapolis Junction apply. The candidate will design, deploy, and maintain diverse networks, upgrade systems, and support 24/7 operations with travel as needed.