Type of Requisition:
RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:
NoneJob Family:
IT Infrastructure and OperationsJob Qualifications:
Skills:
DevOps, Git, Kubernetes, LinuxCertifications:
NoneExperience:
5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:
YesJob Description:
Ensure the safety and security of our nation as a Systems Engineer (DevOps) at GDIT.
Our work depends on the Systems Engineer (DevOps) joining our team to support the deployment of systems and capabilities centered on our comprehensive motion imagery software suite. The DevOps Engineer will support operations of a non-internet accessible on-prem hybrid environment built primarily on Kubernetes.
HOW A DEVOPS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
The candidate will be expected to provide an array of skills within DevOps discipline.
Development and/or scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, C#, etc)
Linux OS experience
Systems engineering experience
Source code management tools (Git, etc) and artifact repositories (Nexus/Atifactory, container registries, etc)
Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Rundeck, etc
Experience with build/packaging tools such as Gradle, Maven Poetry, etc
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
The position requires two (5+) years of related DevOps engineering experience
Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, OR equivalent four (4) years job-related experience OR Master's degree with three (3+) years of job-related experience.
Demonstrated experience employing DevSecOps principles, including strict configuration management, configuration-as-code, and continuous delivery
Demonstrated experience in building, securing, and operating containers in a dynamic environment
Experience working in a Kubernetes-based environment, including: 1) A basic understanding of how Kubernetes works 2) Experience using and/or administering Kubernetes clusters 3) Experience building and deploying workloads using Helm
Knowledge of container and Linux host networking
Experience with Apache Kafka
Experience with Elastic stack
Excellent organizational, coordination, interpersonal and team building skills
Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
The position is on customer site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $153,000 - $207,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Travel Required:
NoneTelecommuting Options:
OnsiteWork Location:
USA VA McLeanAdditional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atgdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransSkills Required
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance with polygraph
- At least 5 years of related DevOps engineering experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor's or technology degree in engineering or a related specialized field, or equivalent experience, or a master's degree with related experience
- Experience with DevSecOps principles, configuration management, configuration-as-code, and continuous delivery
- Experience building, securing, and operating containers
- Experience with Kubernetes clusters and Helm workload deployment
- Knowledge of container and Linux host networking
- Experience with Apache Kafka
- Experience with Elastic Stack
- Excellent organizational, coordination, interpersonal, and team-building skills
- Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
- Ability to work on the customer site in McLean, Virginia
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Affordable Benefits — Pay and benefits are described as good or okay in multiple places, and the overall package is often portrayed as acceptable even when base pay is not viewed as top-tier.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plan options are presented as comprehensive, with additional protections like disability and life insurance contributing to a well-rounded health and protection offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is consistently highlighted as part of the total rewards package, supporting longer-term financial planning.
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What We Do
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
