Systems Engineer - Expert (DevOps Focus)

Evans & Chambers Technology; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Chantilly, VA, is seeking an Expert Systems Engineer with a focus on DevOps. This role involves leading the development of cloud-native solutions, implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automating deployment functions within an Agile environment. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance, a BA/BS degree, and 11-15 years of related experience. Knowledge in containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is desired. On-site presence is required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• 11-15 years of experience in relevant field.
• Strong experience collaborating in Agile/Scrum environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex cloud-native solution development.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Automate infrastructure and deployment functions.
• Establish and improve CI/CD pipelines.
• Support containerization and orchestration initiatives.

Skills

Expert Linux proficiency

Expertise with Jenkins

AWS scripting and CLI experience

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, EKS/ECS)

CI/CD pipeline implementation

Education

BA/BS

Tools

AWS services

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Evans & Chambers partners with the US national defense community to create fully integrated, resilient, and innovative digital solutions that enable them to make smart decisions in real‑time. We work with our customers on everything from conquering their data to improving and safeguarding IT infrastructure. Our ultimate goal? To enhance our nation's ability to identify, address, and act - no matter what challenges arise.

Systems Engineer - Expert (DevOps Focus)

Evans & Chambers Technology (EC)

Location: Chantilly, VA (On‑Site)

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

EC is seeking an Expert Systems Engineer (DevOps) to support a large‑scale technical development program delivering modern ICAM solutions. This role spans architecture, engineering, automation, and operational sustainment in a 24/7/365 environment. Participation in an on‑call rotation (approximately one week every two months) is required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead complex cloud‑native solution development
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Automate infrastructure and deployment functions
• Establish and improve CI/CD pipelines
• Support containerization and orchestration initiatives
• Administer AWS services (CloudFormation, EC2, S3, RDS, VPC)
• Perform Linux system administration and privileged access duties
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum environments

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• BA/BS and 11-15 years of experience
• Expert Linux proficiency
• Expertise with Jenkins, GitHub, Rundeck, Nexus
• AWS scripting and CLI experience
• Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, EKS/ECS)
• CI/CD pipeline implementation
• JIRA and Confluence experience

Desired Qualifications

• Elastic stack experience
• AWS Certification
• CKAD or container-related certifications

All employment opportunities are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status or any other basis protected by law.