Systems Administrator/DevOps Engineer (Top Secret clearance)

ICF • Reston, VA

2d • $89,203 - $151,646 • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a System Administrator / DevOps Engineer to support secure, automated deployments and manage cloud infrastructure in a high security, cleared government environment. This role is critical in reducing system downtime, accelerating update cycles, and ensuring infrastructure resilience and compliance with federal security standards .

Requirements

• Candidate must have an active Secret clearance or higher
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in system administration and/or DevOps roles in a secure or government environment.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, etc.) and automation tools.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code.
• Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, CompTIA Security+, or RHCE are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, automated CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software deployments.
• Manage and monitor cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or other government-authorized platforms), ensuring high availability and compliance with security policies.
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to streamline system integration and deployment processes.
• Proactively identify and resolve system performance issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
• Implement infrastructure as code ( IaC ) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Support system hardening, patch management, and vulnerability remediation in accordance with STIGs and RMF guidelines.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and security controls.
• Participate in incident response and recovery efforts, ensuring systems remain secure and operational.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees