DevOps Systems Engineer (Hybrid) - Fully Cleared (Prime)

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group • Columbia, MD

3d • $182,000 - $201,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Intelliforce, we empower the intelligence community by delivering resilient, secure, and mission-ready solutions that shape the future of national defense. As a Technical Systems Engineer on our DevOps team, you’ll play a critical role in architecting, scaling, and sustaining Kubernetes infrastructure that supports advanced analytic capabilities. If you're passionate about operational excellence and mission-driven engineering, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference where it counts.
Here's What Your Day-to-Day Might Include

Requirements

• Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
• 14+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an additional 5 years of relevant experience may be substituted
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Hands-on experience with Linux CLI in an operational setting
• Expertise building and maintaining Kubernetes infrastructure and managing internal networking
• Experience with system patching, SSP documentation, and navigating complex compliance environments
• Familiarity with enterprise-level security standards, including STE/STN
• Comfort using Jira and Confluence for technical collaboration
• Strong grasp of Kubernetes networking, configuration, and deployment across secure environments
• Proven ability to support compliance-driven sustainment activities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent collaboration skills with both technical team members and mission stakeholders
• Solid documentation and tracking skills using enterprise tools
• Ability to adapt quickly to evolving security and mission needs

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, Salt, and Ansible
• Familiarity with Rancher, Helm, and advanced Kubernetes features
• Working knowledge of observability tools like Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Grafana
• Security+ (CWIP) or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with a high-performing DevOps team to build and manage Kubernetes environments across secure platforms
• Designing and maintaining Kubernetes network policies to ensure secure and efficient communication within clusters
• Conducting system patching, maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs), and ensuring documentation meets stringent compliance requirements
• Supporting system sustainment with full alignment to corporate STE/STN security compliance frameworks
• Leveraging Atlassian tools like Confluence and Jira for documentation, tracking, and team coordination

Benefits

• Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
• Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
• Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
• Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
• A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees