DevOps Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Knack Works is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Junior to Mid-Level Dev Ops engineer to support the design, implementation and maintenance of our infrastructure in the Chantilly, VA office. The role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience managing, configuring, and maintaining computer systems, servers, networks and IT infrastructure to ensure high availability, security and reliable operation.

• Proficient with Windows and Linux systems
• Manage systems hardware and software infrastructure for both on prem and in the cloud
• Provide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products
• Support the development of system documentation
• Develop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs
• Maintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking
• Ability to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues
• Perform hardware and software installation, cabling coordination, and basic networking
• Follow change management and implementation best practices
• Collaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed
• Scripting experience (e.g., Powershell, C#, C++, XML, JSON, etc)
• Execute and coordinate the end‑to‑end remediation of critical and high‑risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.
• Deploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster
• Build containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash

• 3-7 years of hands‑on Windows Server OS and Linux system administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

• Experience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment
• Familiarity with common hardware vendors (e.g., HP, Dell, etc.) and cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Experience with LAN/WAN operations and protocols
• Experience working in development and operational environments
• Current active TS with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Experience working in development and operational networking environments

• VMware vSphere configuration and maintenance experience
• A current TS/SCI with Poly

• System monitoring tools
• Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure or similar)
• Experience working in an enterprise or multi‑site environments

• Opportunity to grow
• Hands‑on exposure to real‑world network projects
• Supportive team environment with mentoring
• Competitive salary and outstanding benefits package
• Training and certification support

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and Profit‑Sharing Plan (PSP) which includes both PSP contributions and an optional 401(k) plan (available immediately (i.e., no deferment or wait period), and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.

Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.…