DevOps Engineer; SME Security Clearance

Position: DevOps Engineer (SME) with Security Clearance
Dev Ops Engineer (SME)

Location:

Fort Liberty (Fort Bragg), NC — Onsite

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility
Salary: $145,000–$160,000
Category:
Engineering / Dev Ops / Systems
Position Type:
Full-Time, Onsite, Cleared We are seeking a Dev Ops 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 Dev Ops, 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