Senior DevOps Engineer

Ethic Tech, LLC is seeking a temporary Senior DevOps Engineer to provide critical operational support and ensure continuity of operations for a mission-critical program. This position is responsible for the development, automation, maintenance, and optimization of secure, scalable DevOps pipelines and infrastructure supporting classified and mission-critical systems. The incumbent will collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure system reliability, security, and performance while supporting ongoing program objectives., * Design and implement secure, multi-enclave CI/CD pipelines for containerized platforms, including Rancher, Harvester, and Kubernetes.

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Ansible, Terraform, Helm, and related tools.
• Lead the development and maintenance of repeatable deployment workflows aligned with TACLAN, Mantle, and CSfC architectures.
• Collaborate closely with systems engineers, cybersecurity teams, and developers to streamline mission kit builds and cloud-native system deployments.
• Ensure automation processes meet compliance requirements such as RMF, DISA STIGs, and other DoD cybersecurity controls.
• Conduct performance tuning, diagnostics, and optimization in both test lab and operational environments.
• Integrate VMware vSphere 8.x, hardened OS images, and container registries into secure DevOps workflows.
• Contribute to Agile processes, including sprint planning, technical documentation, and system readiness reviews.

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• Minimum of 8 years of experience in DevOps, systems automation, or platform engineering.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) is required. An active Top Secret SCI clearance is preferred.
• Must be able to commute to MacDill AFB.
• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, Docker, and Linux-based systems.
• Proficiency in scripting and IaC tools such as Bash, Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Familiarity with Git-based workflows, container registries (e.g., Harbor, Artifactory), and artifact management solutions.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD practices in secure, air-gapped, or classified environments.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems and document technical processes effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in DoD or IC environments involving classified system deployment.
• Certifications such as CKA, CKAD, RHCE, or AWS/GCP/Azure DevOps-related credentials.
• Knowledge of TACLAN, CSfC, or Mantle architectures and secure mobility initiatives.
• Ability to meet deadlines during peak close and audit periods.