Systems Engineer - DevOps Kubernetes Support Hanover, MD, US

CACI International Inc.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. in Hanover, MD is seeking a Systems Engineer to support DevOps activities for Kubernetes deployments on DoD programs. You will assist with automated build, test, packaging, deployment, monitoring, and release activities in Linux/containerized environments under guidance.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, seven years of experience, and DoD 8570 IAT Level I compliance. Familiarity with Kubernetes, Helm, and container tooling is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• Minimum seven years of systems engineering experience on similar scope programs.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher required.
• Bachelor's degree or five additional years of experience in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Support CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, testing, packaging, and release activities.
• Assist with deployment and sustainment of containerized applications in Kubernetes environments.
• Maintain configuration files, scripts, manifests, and version-controlled artifacts.
• Configure and troubleshoot workloads, services, namespaces, ConfigMaps, Secrets, storage, networking, and access controls.
• Monitor pipeline results, review logs, document issues, and support corrective actions.
• Assist with scanning, vulnerability remediation tracking, SBOMs, and release evidence.
• Support DoD deployment activities by gathering environment information and following documented procedures.
• Develop setup instructions, deployment checklists, troubleshooting notes, and release docs.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Seven years of systems engineering

DoD 8570 IAT Level I

Kubernetes / DevOps experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

RKE2

Rancher

Helm

Kustomize

Jenkins

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

## Systems Engineer - DevOps Kubernetes SupportHanover, MD, USApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID: 332617Job Title: Systems Engineer - DevOps Kubernetes SupportJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local\\* \\* \\*# ## The OpportunityWe are seeking a Systems Engineer to support DevOps activities for the Zero Trust Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ZT ICAM) program and deployments for DoD customers. Working under the direction of senior engineers, this individual will assist with automated build, testing, packaging, deployment, monitoring, and release activities; support Linux and containerized environments; and help maintain repeatable deployment configurations and technical documentation.The position requires foundational DevOps knowledge and practical experience with Kubernetes, along with an interest in expanding those skills while supporting an integrated enterprise solution across varied customer environments.## Responsibilities* Support continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines, automated builds, testing, artifact packaging, and release activities.* Assist with the deployment and sustainment of containerized applications in Kubernetes environments under the guidance of senior engineers.* Maintain configuration files, scripts, deployment manifests, repositories, and version-controlled engineering artifacts.* Help configure and troubleshoot workloads, services, namespaces, ConfigMaps, Secrets, storage, networking, and access controls.* Monitor pipeline and deployment results; review logs and system health information; document issues; and support corrective actions.* Assist with container and dependency scanning, vulnerability remediation tracking, software bills of materials, and release evidence.* Support DISA and other DoW customer deployment activities by collecting environment information, executing documented procedures, and escalating technical issues.* Develop and maintain setup instructions, deployment checklists, troubleshooting notes, release documentation, and other technical guides.## Qualifications### Required* TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.* Seven years of experience as a systems engineer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.* A bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.* DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher, if the COR determines that the position's activities include CWIP activities.* Five years of additional systems engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.### Desired* Experience with RKE2, Rancher, Helm, Kustomize, Kubernetes package configuration, or single- and multi-namespace deployments.* Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Ansible, Terraform, or comparable automation and infrastructure tools.* Exposure to security scanning, vulnerability management, software bills of materials, artifact signing, container registries, or software supply chain practices.* Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, PKI, mutual TLS, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, or enterprise identity and access management concepts.* Experience supporting classified, disconnected, air-gapped, or otherwise restricted customer environments.* Experience using Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Word, SharePoint, or Git-based repositories to manage work and technical documentation.-**What You Can Expect:****A culture of integrity.**At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.**An environment of trust.**CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.**A focus on continuous growth.**Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.**Pay Range**:There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is:$94,400 - $198,200*CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.*