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# DevOps / Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Synergy Ecp Llc
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $270,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Internet Security, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Linux Servers, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Shell Script, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Gitlab-ci, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/devops-engineer-columbia-md--4160b489-e1e0-44d5-a928-ee80ad2e570a

## About the Role

We are seeking an experienced DevOps / Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, deployment, automation, and sustainment of complex mission and enterprise systems. This role combines software engineering, infrastructure automation, and systems engineering responsibilities to ensure reliable system performance across development, test, and operational environments.
Requirements:

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
 * 4 years' experience as a Dev Ops Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity (position is open to mid-senior level)
 * Experience with Linux scripting and command line operations
 * Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and DevOps concepts
 * Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
 * Experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management using Ansible or similar
 * Experience automating Linux server configuration and application deployments using Ansible or similar
 * Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar platforms
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
 * IAM Level 1 certification
CLEARANCE REQUIRED:
TS/SCI w/ Polygraph, Ansible, Automation, Bash Scripting, Command Line, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Defense Intelligence, DevOps, ECP Standards, Government, IAM - Information Assurance Management, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Jenkins, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Military, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, United States Citizen, United States Military, Windows PowerShell



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