Systems engineer or DevOps specialist with actively held TSSCI

Verum Forge; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Verum Forge in the United States is seeking a cleared systems engineer or DevOps specialist to support an on-site platform deployment at a Virginia client facility. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and a part-time or hourly engagement model.

Candidates should have hands-on Linux, PostgreSQL administration, and Docker experience, plus the ability to work with AI/ML workloads in secure environments, coordinating with government IT and security teams to meet change-management requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Hands-on Linux, PostgreSQL administration, and Docker experience.
• Experience with AI/ML workloads in secure environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, harden, monitor and troubleshoot systems on-site.
• Coordinate with government IT and security personnel to ensure compliance with security and change-management requirements.
• Perform periodic on-site installations and upgrades per project cadence.

Skills

Linux

PostgreSQL administration

Docker

AI/ML workloads

Security/compliance

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a cleared systems engineer or DevOps specialist with actively held government facility clearance (TS/SCI) to support ongoing onsite deployment and maintenance of our platform at a client facility in Virginia. The role involves periodic on-site installations and upgrades on a monthly or quarterly basis over a 3-5 year period, operating under a part-time or hourly engagement model.

The candidate must have strong hands‑on experience with Linux systems, PostgreSQL administration, Docker-based deployments, and supporting AI/ML workloads in secure or restricted environments. Responsibilities include system installation, upgrades, hardening, monitoring, and troubleshooting, while coordinating with government IT and security personnel to ensure compliance with applicable security, operational, and change‑management requirements.

Candidates located in Virginia / DC area are preferred.