Lead DevOps Engineer – AWS & Kubernetes

Ctrl + • Annapolis Junction, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead DevOps Engineer will run a highly available platform that orchestrates microservices for a modernized operational system using AWS and Kubernetes. The role supports a reliable, highly available platform built on cloud-native technologies and requires in-person work in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. Applicants must live within commuting distance and currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the company does not sponsor new clearances or upgrades. Regular on-site attendance is required, though limited telework may be allowed for some roles.

The position develops infrastructure as code, maintains RHEL compliance, installs and tunes Kubernetes and related tools, manages CI/CD and AWS infrastructure, and participates in an on-call rotation. Compensation is approximately $121.47–$134.12 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and the selected compensation model. The company offers three compensation models: Max Rate, With Bonus, and With Bonus and PTO. The listed range excludes the employer 401(k) contribution; PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility.

Requirements

• Currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; clearance sponsorship and upgrades are not available.
• Live within commuting distance of the listed work location and work in person.
• Nine years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline, or a master's degree plus seven years of relevant experience.
• Experience with infrastructure as code using Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Experience with RHEL patching and hardening.
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker Compose.
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD and Argo CD.
• AWS administration experience.
• Availability for an on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AWS EC2, Lambda, S3, SNS, SQS, Athena, and Step Functions using Terraform.
• Experience with AWS networking, including VPCs, NAT, and gateways.
• Experience with EKS, ECS, or Fargate.
• Application performance and reliability tuning.

Responsibilities

• Develop infrastructure as code with Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Patch, harden, and maintain RHEL compliance.
• Install and tune Kubernetes, Docker Compose, NiFi, and logging tools.
• Manage CI/CD with GitLab runners and Argo CD.
• Manage AWS infrastructure.
• Support an on-call rotation.

Benefits

• 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility.
• Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility.
• Paid social and team events.
• Compensation model options include a five-week PTO option; PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior