DevOps Engineer with Security Clearance

Job Title: DevOps Engineer Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site) Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required Company: Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) Compensation: Open Rate ________________________________________ Position Overview Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support a customer responsible for the rapid deployment and management of secure cloud-based engagement kits used in cyber incident response and threat hunting operations. This role focuses on automating, optimizing, and enhancing cloud infrastructure deployments through CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and cloud automation. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting AWS environments, implementing DevOps best practices, and building scalable, repeatable deployment solutions. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated cloud deployments • Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools • Automate provisioning, configuration, and scaling of cloud resources • Manage source control repositories and version control processes • Develop automation scripts and tools to improve operational efficiency • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting capabilities • Support troubleshooting and performance optimization of cloud environments • Collaborate with architects and engineers to improve deployment processes • Support security hardening and compliance automation initiatives ________________________________________ Mandatory Skills • U.S. Citizenship • Active TS/SCI Clearance • Ability to obtain DHS Suitability • 3+ years of experience in DevOps, automation, or software engineering roles • Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or similar IaC tools • Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions • Strong scripting skills using Python, Bash, or PowerShell • Experience with Git and version control best practices • Knowledge of AWS cloud services and APIs • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or containerized environments • Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems ________________________________________ Preferred Skills • Experience with Kubernetes, ECS, or other container orchestration platforms • Knowledge of security automation and compliance-as-code practices • Experience supporting mission-critical or operational environments • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies • Background in software development or systems engineering • Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack ________________________________________ Education • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR • High School Diploma and 7+ years of directly relevant experience ________________________________________ Desired Certifications • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or equivalent certification ________________________________________ Why QSS? At QSS, you'll support mission-critical cyber operations by enabling rapid deployment of secure cloud environments used by incident responders and threat hunters protecting federal agencies and critical infrastructure. ________________________________________ Benefits Include: • Competitive compensation with annual performance bonuses • Premium Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage • Generous PTO plus Federal Holidays • 401(k) with company match • Professional development and certification support