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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Site Reliability Engineer - Herndon, VA - TS/SCI Clearance Required - **Company:** D&Z Federal Division - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $133,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Log Analysis, Networking Basics, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Reliability Engineering, Logstash, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, System Testing, Scripting, Data Ingestion, Software Troubleshooting, Indexer, Information Technology, Kibana, Data Pipelines, Elk Stack - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2cbc96d4d53c0b8f ## About the Role SOC is seeking a motivated Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of automated monitoring, metrics data collection, and real time dashboards within a mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working in Linux-based systems, scripting with Bash, and building operational dashboards using the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana). This role is well-suited for a junior to mid-level engineer looking to expand their automation and observability expertise while supporting critical national security missions., * Active TS/SCI security clearance. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. * Security+ Certification * 2-5 years of experience in systems engineering, automation, DevOps, software development or related technical roles. * Experience working with Linux operating systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or similar). * Proficiency in Bash scripting for automation and system administration tasks. * Experience with the ELK Stack, including: + Elasticsearch + Kibana dashboard development + Logstash or data ingestion pipelines * Familiarity with system monitoring, log aggregation, and operational analytics. * Understanding of networking fundamentals, operating systems, and troubleshooting methodologies. * Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Desired Qualifications: * Experience with Python or other scripting languages. * Experience supporting cloud or hybrid environments. * Knowledge of CI/CD concepts and DevOps practices. * Experience working in DoD, Intelligence Community, or other classified environments. * Experience working in Agile development. Employment Prerequisites The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis. ## Description * Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot automation solutions in Linux environments. * Create and enhance Bash scripts to automate system administration, application log gathering, metrics displays. * Develop and maintain job orchestration tools for data flows * Design, build, and maintain dashboards and visualizations using Kibana. * Support Elasticsearch data ingestion, indexing, and search optimization activities. * Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements. * Collaborate with system administrators, developers, and mission stakeholders to gather requirements and implement solutions. * Assist with log analysis, troubleshooting, and operational reporting. * Document automation processes, procedures, and technical configurations. * Participate in system testing, deployment, and sustainment activities. * Support continuous improvement initiatives related to monitoring, observability, and automation. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Debug a Kubernetes Operator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/487-debug-a-kubernetes-operator) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Designing UX for SRE Agents in High-Stakes Incidents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100003-designing-ux-for-sre-agents-in-high-stakes-incidents) - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)