Site Reliability Engineer

Leidos; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a TS/SCI cleared Site Reliability Engineer for a role at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii. You will monitor system health, automate tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy features securely and reliably, supporting ABMS DI and JADC2 initiatives.

This position requires strong cloud, scripting, and configuration-management skills, with on-call responsibilities and experience in data center operations. Civil service collaboration and security are core to the role.

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI clearance.
• BS degree with 8–12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 6–10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Proficiency in scripting and coding (Python, Bash, Go).
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Rancher/Harvester).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Serve as liaison between site operators and DI team members.
• Ability to work in on-call rotation.
• Familiar with Cisco/Juniper and Linux CLI and Logs.
• Knowledge of IdAM and VSAN/Cloud Storage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain system health.
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Build and maintain effective monitoring and alerting systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth deployment of new features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents to minimize downtime.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and implement improvements.
• Optimize system performance and scalability.
• Document processes and procedures for future reference.
• Perform data center tasks: system backups, software installs, ACAS scans, hardware upgrades, troubleshooting LAN/WAN.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Scripting

Configuration management

Containerization

Linux CLI

IdAM/Storage

On-call rotation

Collaboration

Networking knowledge

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related field

DOD 8140 IAT II (Intermediate)

GIAC Security Essentials

GICSP

SSCP

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Description

Site Reliability Engineer

Location: Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii

Clearance: TS/SCI

Leidos has an opening for a highly qualified TS/SCI cleared Site Reliability Engineer at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii for the Decision Advantage Business Area in Defense sector. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your experience to support all-domain large-scale weapon systems, Information Technology Systems, and Command and Control Systems to realize the Department of Defense Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2). In this role you will support the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Digital Infrastructure (DI) Processing Node (PN) team to design and implement solutions that can be delivered at speed, scale, and with the necessary security to deliver operational advantages to the joint warfighter. ABMS is a top modernization priority for the Department of the Air Force and will be the backbone of a network-centric approach to battle management in partnership with all the services across JADC2. This position will work closely with Program Managers, domain engineers, and Government counterparts across Government and Industry partners.

Primary responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain system health.
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Build and maintain effective monitoring and alerting systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth deployment of new features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents to minimize downtime.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and implement improvements.
• Optimize system performance and scalability.
• Document processes and procedures for future reference.
• Must be able to perform the following (but not limited to) data center tasks:
  • Perform system back ups
  • Perform software installs
  • Perform ACAS security scans
  • Perform hardware upgrades (servers, switches, cabling, end user devices, and peripherals)
  • Troubleshoot networking comms (LAN/WAN)

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI Clearance required
• Requires BS degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or master’s with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Proficiency in scripting and coding (e.g., Python, Bash, Go).
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Rancher/Harvester).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Serve as a liaison between site operators and consortium DI team members.
• Ability to work in an on-call rotation.
• Familiar with Cisco/Juniper and Linux CLI and Logs
• Knowledge of IdAM and VSAN/Cloud Storage
• Required Certifications:
  • DOD 8140 IAT II (Intermediate)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification;
  • GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional: SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner

Additional Qualifications/Certifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Knowledge of networking and security best practice.
• Familiarity with database management and optimization.
• Experience with HAIPE devices/KG encryptors and security associations
• Experience with OSI Layers 1 – 4 troubleshooting methodologies

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Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.