DevOps Engineer

Elevate Technology Solutions is a trusted consulting partner delivering secure, scalable, and mission-focused IT solutions across federal and commercial environments. We support complex, regulated programs where cybersecurity, Dev Sec Ops  engineering, and cloud infrastructure are critical to mission success.

This role supports a mission-critical aerospace and defense program requiring work within a secure SCIF environment in Sterling, Virginia. Elevate Technology Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Dev Sec Ops  Engineer to support the design, implementation, and operation of secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based infrastructure for mission-critical applications. The Dev Sec Ops  Engineer will collaborate closely with development, operations, and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure and reliable integration, testing, and deployment of software across on-premise and cloud environments.

This role requires hands‑on experience with automation, containerized application deployment, and secure development pipelines in classified environments.

• Develop and maintain Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines across on‑premise and cloud environments operating at multiple security levels
• Integrate development tools, applications, and scripts into secure Dev Sec Ops  pipelines
• Support selection and implementation of Dev Sec Ops  technologies that enable automation for product development teams
• Develop scripts and applications that support integration of software updates and automated workflows
• Implement automated testing, deployment, and software artifact generation within CI/CD pipelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional development, operations, and security teams to deliver reliable software systems
• Support Agile development environments and participate in sprint planning and release cycles
• Analyze system performance and scalability, implementing improvements where needed
• Conduct technical investigations to identify root causes of incidents and implement preventive improvements

• Active TS/SCI clearance required
• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Dev Sec Ops  engineering, cloud engineering, or software infrastructure roles

• Experience developing scripts and automation using Bash and Python
• Hands‑on experience with Git‑based version control systems such as Git Lab or Bit Bucket
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar platforms
• Experience building and deploying containerized applications using Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or equivalent platforms
• Strong experience working in Linux environments, including system configuration and application deployment
• Experience with artifact management platforms such as JFrog Artifactory or similar tools
• Experience deploying CI/CD pipelines in both on‑premise infrastructure and cloud environments
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Agile development environments
• Understanding of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to resolve issues in mission‑critical environments

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools such as Terraform, AWS Cloud Formation, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana
• Familiarity with REST API integration
• Strong Linux administration experience and understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Knowledge of Java programming
• Understanding of IP networking and networking protocols
• Experience working with AWS Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) or similar container platforms
• DoD IA certification (Security+, CySA+, or higher) preferred
• Advanced degree in a related technical field

This role is fully onsite in Sterling, Virginia and requires work inside a Secure Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) supporting classified mission systems. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and be eligible to work in secure environments.

Elevate Technology Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.