Senior DevOps / Platform Engineer (Containers PAAS Security Automation)

Oteemo, Inc.; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous Learning Culture

Opportunity to Work with Emerging Technologies

Job summary

Oteemo, Inc. is looking for a Senior DevOps / Platform Engineer in Manassas, Virginia, to lead the migration of applications to a containerized environment. This role emphasizes hands-on engineering with Kubernetes and Helm in a PAAS platform setup.

You will collaborate closely with application developers, ensuring reliable operations of applications on a RHEL 8 / Ceph-based infrastructure. Opportunities to work with emerging technologies and a collaborative team culture await you.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes for workload orchestration.
• Proficient with Helm for managing Kubernetes application deployments.
• Working knowledge of Java application structure and build systems.
• Familiarity with C++ application dependencies as they relate to containerization.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 administration.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Kubernetes deployments and Helm charts.
• Collaborate with developers to understand codebases and runtime requirements.
• Deploy applications on a PAAS stack built on RHEL 8 and Ceph.

Skills

Kubernetes & Helm Containerization

Java Application Knowledge

C++ Application Knowledge

RHEL 8 / Ceph PAAS Platform

STIG / NISPOM / Security Hardening

GitLab / Jenkins CI/CD Pipelines

Ansible Automation

Job description

Senior DevOps / Platform Engineer (Containers PAAS Security Automation)

Full‑time

Join Oteemo and become part of a transformation powerhouse where innovation meets impact. We’re not just another consulting firm—we’re architects of digital evolution, blending cutting‑edge technical expertise with human‑centered design principles to create solutions that resonate. Our work spans Infrastructure, Software Development, DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, Experience and Design, Organizational Change Management, and AI‑enabled solutions, but our approach is what truly sets us apart. We measure success through tangible business outcomes, not billable hours. We foster a culture of continuous learning where your ideas can thrive and technical excellence is celebrated. Our collaborative global team works across borders and time zones, tackling complex challenges for both Commercial Enterprise and Federal Defense clients with equal passion and precision. At Oteemo, you’ll have the opportunity to work with emerging technologies and develop your skills alongside industry experts who are reshaping digital landscapes. If you’re seeking a place where your technical prowess can drive meaningful change and where innovation isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected—Oteemo is your next career destination.

Oteemo is seeking a Senior DevOps / Platform Engineer to lead the migration of an existing portfolio of applications into a containerized environment. This is a hands‑on engineering role focused on Kubernetes orchestration, Helm chart development, and ensuring applications operate reliably on a RHEL 8 / Ceph‑based private cloud platform. You will work at the intersection of application development and infrastructure, translating software running in Java and C++ into well‑defined, production‑ready containers.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Kubernetes deployments and Helm charts for migrating existing applications into containerized workloads.
• Collaborate with application developers to understand Java and C++ codebases and ensure containers accurately reflect runtime requirements.
• Deploy and manage applications on a PAAS stack built on RHEL 8 and Ceph storage running on x86/64 hardware.
• Apply OS and application hardening standards including STIG and NISPOM compliance as security requirements mature throughout the program.
• Feed migration changes and deltas back into CI/CD pipelines built on GitLab and Jenkins as needed.
• Leverage Ansible for infrastructure automation tasks to support deployment consistency.

Containerization — Primary Focus

• Strong hands‑on experience with Kubernetes for workload orchestration (deployment, services, config maps, persistent volumes, RBAC).
• Proficient with Helm for templating and managing Kubernetes application deployments.
• Proven track record migrating legacy or monolithic applications into containerized architectures.

Application Language Familiarity

• Working knowledge of Java application structure, build systems (Maven/Gradle), and runtime behavior.
• Familiarity with C++ application compilation, linking, and runtime dependencies as they relate to containerization.

Note: Deep software development expertise is not required — understanding enough to diagnose container runtime issues and define correct images is the goal.

Platform — PAAS / Infrastructure

• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 administration and configuration.
• Familiarity with Ceph distributed storage and its integration in private cloud environments.
• Comfort working on x86/64 infrastructure in an on‑premises or air‑gapped environment.

Security & Compliance

• Understanding of STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) standards and their application to OS and container images.
• Awareness of NISPOM requirements in a defense or government contracting context.
• Experience with OS hardening, image hardening, and CIS benchmark application.

Preferred Qualifications

• GitLab CI/CD pipeline configuration and management. (Bonus — current team coverage exists)
• Jenkins pipeline development and maintenance. (Bonus — current team coverage exists)
• Ansible playbook authoring for infrastructure automation and configuration management. (Bonus — current team coverage exists)
• Experience with PAAS infrastructure buildout on RHEL 8 and Ceph. (Bonus — current team ownership exists)

Skills Priority Summary

• Kubernetes & Helm Containerization: Required — Primary Focus
• Java Application Knowledge: Required
• C++ Application Knowledge: Required
• RHEL 8 / Ceph PAAS Platform: Preferred
• STIG / NISPOM / Security Hardening: Required (growing importance)
• GitLab / Jenkins CI/CD Pipelines: Bonus
• Ansible Automation: Bonus

We Value

• Drive: Passion and energy to implement quality technical solutions. Self‑motivation and intellectual curiosity.
• Commitment to Quality: Passion to conceive and produce world‑class solutions that drive real‑world value for the customer.
• Customer Focus: Consultative approach to solving problems for customers. Expectations management.
• Communication: Superior communication skills. Ability to clearly articulate problems, solutions, risks, rewards etc. (written and verbal).
• Technical Skills: Love for technology. You have to be inherently passionate about technology.
• Business Acumen: Technology ultimately is used to enable the business. We look for people who understand how the businesses can be enabled through their technical solutions.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.