Senior Infrastructure​/DevSecOps Engineer; TS​/SCI Scope Poly; S

Senior Infrastructure/Dev Sec Ops  Engineer (TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly)

ArkA Group, LP is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer who will work closely with a talented team to deliver a complex software application into operations, growing and honing skills in a fast‑paced environment. Core responsibilities include building, configuring, and maintaining infrastructure solutions that support our software platform. Candidates may be considered for sign‑on bonuses up to $35,000 and we offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

This position is on‑site in Chantilly, Virginia. Flexible scheduling is available for eligible candidates.

• BS in computer science or related engineering field
• 5+ years of Infrastructure/Dev Ops experience
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engage with virtual or remote teams
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes and deploying applications to Kubernetes clusters
• Experience with using Helm charts to deploy software to Kubernetes clusters (e.g., Argo CD)
• Strong experience with at least one of the major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Git Lab, Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, etc.)
• Scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, Git Hub workflows)
• IAT Level II or III certification (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP+)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with fully adjudicated Full Scope polygraph

• Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile software development methodology
• Experience with container tools (Docker, Podman) and container orchestration
• Experience delivering microservices in Kubernetes-based systems
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Cloud Formation)
• Basic understanding of observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or similar

Chantilly, Virginia – a picturesque town with historic charm and a vibrant community.

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with industry-leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

This job operates in a professional office environment. Duties require stationary working at a desk, occasional lifting up to 40 lbs, and ability to navigate the campus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Active TS/SCI security clearance with fully adjudicated Full Scope polygraph.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with ARKA Companies is contingent upon satisfactory completion of credit check, background check, and drug screen.