DevOps Engineer (SME) with Security Clearance

DevOps Engineer (SME)Location: Fort Liberty (Fort Bragg), NC — OnsiteClearance Required: Active Top Secret with SCI eligibilitySalary: $145,000–$160,000Category: Engineering / DevOps / SystemsPosition 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. ResponsibilitiesEngineer and maintain Docker and Kubernetes platformsBuild and support CI/CD pipelinesImplement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)Administer and secure Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systemsTroubleshoot complex system, network, and application issuesMaintain monitoring and observability tools (e.g., ELK, Prometheus, Grafana)Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including STIGsSupport accreditation and configuration managementProvide SME-level guidance to cross-functional technical teams Required QualificationsActive Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (required)6–10 years of experience in DevOps, systems engineering, or platform engineering Expertise with:RHEL administrationDocker & KubernetesCI/CD toolsTerraform / AnsibleTroubleshooting across systems and networksExperience in DoD, IC, or other secure enterprise environments Preferred QualificationsRed Hat, Kubernetes, or cloud certificationsExperience with enterprise logging/monitoring toolsPrior support of military or national security programs Compensation & Benefits$145,000–$160,000 base salaryMedical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company contributionPaid time off + federal holidays