Cloud DevOps Engineer, AWS and Kubernetes Automation- Fully Cleared in Annapolis Junction

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Make an Impact Where it Matters Most
You help Intelliforce keep mission platforms stable and compliant. You will automate infrastructure, strengthen reliability, and keep modern microservices running where failure is not an option.

Schedule and Work Details
Location: On-site in a SCIF
Schedule: Full time
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required). We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances.
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. . We cannot sponsor visas.

Here’s What Your Day-to-Day Might Include
Build infrastructure as code and scripts to automate provisioning, managed services, and internal tooling.
Apply RHEL updates, implement hardening steps, and maintain compliance over time.
Install, configure, and tune Kubernetes, Docker Compose, NiFi, and cloud- logging and metrics tools.
Own CI/CD workflows for build, test, and deployment using GitLab runners and Argo CD.
Operate and support AWS environments powering mission services.
Coordinate with engineers and stakeholders to resolve issues and improve uptime.

Minimum Qualifications
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required).
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. .

Education and Experience
Master’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience.
Or bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
Or high school diploma plus 10 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills
Hands-on automation and infrastructure as code using Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
RHEL patching, hardening, and compliance sustainment experience.
Kubernetes operations and performance tuning.
Docker Compose experience.
NiFi install, configuration, and support experience.
GitLab CI pipeline ownership, including GitLab runners.
Argo CD deployment operations.
AWS administration experience.
Strong collaboration and clear communication in a team delivery environment.

Desired Skills
Build and operate AWS services with Terraform, including EC2, Lambda, S3, SNS, SQS, Athena, Step Functions, Event Router, and autoscaling.
Strong AWS networking knowledge, including VPCs, NATs, and Internet Gateway.
Design and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines to automate deployments.
Partner with developers to improve performance and reliability.
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and protect uptime.
Kubernetes experience with EKS, ECS, or Fargate.

Tech Stack
Python, Ansible, Terraform, RHEL, Kubernetes, Docker Compose, Apache NiFi, GitLab CI, GitLab runners, Argo CD, AWS, EC2, Lambda, S3, SNS, SQS, Athena, Step Functions, VPC, NAT, Internet Gateway, EKS, ECS, Fargate.

Compensation Range: $148,000.00 - $177,000.00 

*The salary range provided reflects an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s background and suitability for the role. Please note that this range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility. 

Why Intelliforce? Because you matter—your work, your growth, and your well-being. 

At Intelliforce, we don’t just push the boundaries of technology—we partner with some of the most mission-driven teams in defense and beyond to solve challenges that truly matter. As a Systems Engineer here, you won’t just contribute to projects—you’ll help shape outcomes that make a real-world impact. 

We also know that great work starts with a great environment. That’s why we invest in you: 

• Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because. 

• Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees. 

• Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now. 

• Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition. 

• A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work. 

Ready to grow with purpose? 
At Intelliforce, your career will flourish in a place where innovation thrives and people come first. Join us—and let’s build something meaningful together. You can reach us at careers@intelliforce-itsg.com or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .

Equal Opportunity Matters 
Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. 

Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at Recruiting@intelliforce-itsg.com with your specific request. 

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