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# Senior DevOps Engineer, TS/SCI Poly Cleared

- **Company:** LAMBENTWIT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
- **Location:** Dulles, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $250,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Linux Security Modules, Linux Servers, OpenShift, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Shell Script, Virtualization Technology, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Selinux, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Patch Management
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f43dfdb9a411a7e6

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience
 * 3+ years of experience in DevOps, Linux Administration, or Systems Engineering
 * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
 * Ability to work effectively in a secure, classified environment

Required Technical Skills

 * Strong experience with Linux administration (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu)
 * Experience with SELinux configuration, management, and troubleshooting
 * Proficiency in Python scripting for automation
 * Experience with Ansible for configuration management and infrastructure automation
 * Knowledge of Linux security hardening and system provisioning
 * Experience developing and maintaining automated configuration management solutions
 * Familiarity with Linux shell scripting (Bash)

Desired Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

 * Linux system administration
 * Linux scripting and automation
 * Automated system configuration and deployment
 * Linux security implementation and compliance
 * Operating system provisioning and lifecycle management
 * Infrastructure automation and configuration management

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community environments
 * Familiarity with STIG implementation and compliance
 * Experience with Git version control
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines
 * Knowledge of virtualization technologies
 * Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or OpenShift) is a plus
 * Security+ or Linux-related certifications (RHCSA/RHCE, Linux+, etc.) are desirable

## Description

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance and CI Polygraph to support a high-profile government mission. The ideal candidate will have strong Linux administration expertise, infrastructure automation experience, and a security-focused mindset. This role involves managing secure Linux environments, automating system provisioning, and supporting mission-critical infrastructure., * Administer and maintain secure Linux-based environments.

 * Develop and maintain automation using Python and Ansible.
 * Implement Linux security best practices, including SELinux and STIG compliance.
 * Provision, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
 * Automate infrastructure deployment and system configuration.
 * Troubleshoot system performance, security, and operational issues.
 * Collaborate with engineering and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure, reliable infrastructure.
 * Support system upgrades, patch management, and configuration management activities.
 * Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.

Required Clearance

 * Active TS/SCI with Current CI Polygraph (Required)

Pay: $175,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year


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