Job Description
DevOps Engineer (SME) Location: Fort Liberty (Fort Bragg), NC — Onsite Clearance Required: Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility Salary: $145,000–$160,000 Category: Engineering / DevOps / Systems Position Type: Full-Time, Onsite, Cleared We are seeking a DevOps Engineer (SME) to provide advanced technical support for a mission-critical DoD program at Fort Liberty. This position requires strong experience in Linux systems engineering, Kubernetes-based platforms, automation, and secure infrastructure operations. Responsibilities Engineer and maintain Docker and Kubernetes platforms Build and support CI/CD pipelines Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) Administer and secure Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems Troubleshoot complex system, network, and application issues Maintain monitoring and observability tools (e.g., ELK, Prometheus, Grafana) Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including STIGs Support accreditation and configuration management Provide SME-level guidance to cross-functional technical teams Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (required) 6–10 years of experience in DevOps, systems engineering, or platform engineering Expertise with: RHEL administration Docker & Kubernetes CI/CD tools Terraform / Ansible Troubleshooting across systems and networks Experience in DoD, IC, or other secure enterprise environments Preferred Qualifications Red Hat, Kubernetes, or cloud certifications Experience with enterprise logging/monitoring tools Prior support of military or national security programs Compensation & Benefits $145,000–$160,000 base salary Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company contribution Paid time off + federal holidays