What You'll be Owning

GRVTY is seeking a DevOps Engineer with a TS/SCI to join one of our top projects in Herndon, VA.

This role is ideal for someone who sees DevOps not just as automation, but as a software engineering discipline focused on building scalable, reliable systems and developer platforms. You will be a member of a project team responsible for designing and maintaining multiple DevOps pipelines integrating and deploying numerous components into the larger system technology stack. Deployment will be across multiple networks into private cloud infrastructures self-hosted for our government customer.

As a GRVTY team member, you will closely support our mission partners, and your work will have direct mission impact. In this role, you'll work closely with other DevOps engineers, software developers, infrastructure technicians and cybersecurity professionals leveraging open-source technology to create and maintain the full stack of a High-Performance Computing (HPC) system that hosts a diverse range of applications served out to thousands of users.

In this capacity, the DevOps Engineer will:

Deploy, and manage highly available applications to ensure system reliability and scalability
Write clean, maintainable code (e.g., Python, Go, Java, or similar) to automate cybersecurity workflows
Build and maintain custom CLI tools, APIs, and dashboards that streamline the developer experience
Implement, and maintain HashiCorp Nomad clusters and Kubernetes clusters for workload orchestration
Execute DNS configuration, management, and performance tuning for enterprise-grade systems
Develop and implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar
Build and manage multiple CI/CD pipelines with GitLab or equivalent tools to automate deployments and streamline development workflows for rapid development and integration
Perform system monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting to proactively identify and resolve issues
Automate security testing and monitoring within the DevOps workflows using ACAS and Trivy
Analyze cybersecurity scan findings and work with the cybersecurity team to identify false positive findings
Assist the cybersecurity team in assembling the required Body of Evidence to submit for False Positive exceptions
Assist the cybersecurity team in assembling the required Body of Evidence to submit containerized and non-containerized software packages for enterprise software approval
Integrate static code analysis tools such as GitLab SAST, Fortify or Sonarqube and other security mechanisms into CI/CD pipelines
Build and maintain custom tools to automate cybersecurity analysis and correlation workflows as new cybersecurity compliance requirements emerge
Perform cybersecurity remediation on DevOps managed Virtual Machines to include OS patching, OS STIGing, and software package updates
Build, maintain, and monitor configuration management of release products
Troubleshoot and resolve network, automation pipelines, and infrastructure issues

What You Must Have

Active TS/SCI and be willing and able to pass a CI polygraph
Minimum of 5+ years of Industry experience as a DevOps engineer and a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field (or a Masters degree and 3 years experience)
Strong programming skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, Go, Java, C#, or similar)
Strong expertise in cloud environments, including deployment, optimization, and troubleshooting
Proven track record in building and operating Cloud Native Applications using tools like Kubernetes and Docker
Experience in managing, integrating and utilizing PKI certificates for user and Non-Person-Entity Authentication and Authorization
In-depth experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent
Solid experience in creating and managing CI/CD build pipelines using GitLab or similar tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, or equivalent languages
Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience with security best practices in DevOps pipelines (e.g., Trivy, Grype, GtiLab SAST, Sonarqube, etc.)
Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack
Strong knowledge of networking and load balancing technologies
Experience with source configuration management tools such as Git
CI & CD development experience with technologies like Bash, Jenkins, or GitLab
Experience with automated deployment technologies such as Cloud Formation, Ansible, Puppet or Chef
Cloud Technologies deployment experience
Open-source application deployments and maintenance
Custom source application deployments and maintenance
Moderate LINUX system administration experience (RedHat, Rocky Linux, Alma Linux or similar)
Working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, web services and SQL databases
Experience working in an Agile environment

What Would be Nice to Have

Security+ or comparable certification for privileged user access
Experience with distributed processing methods and tools, such as REST APIs, microservices, IaaS/PaaS services
Experience developing and deploying web services
Experience in implementing Docker STIGs
Experience with technical cybersecurity remediation in the context of a Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) program
RHCSA or LPIC1/LPIC2 certifications or equivalent
Certified Kubernetes Administrator certification
Docker Certified Associate

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Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$100,000—$150,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) 

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

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