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# Mid-Level DevOps Systems Engineer [$261k/yr+] S

- **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $261,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Big Data, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Ansible, Software Engineering, System Availability, Apache Spark, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Apache Kafka, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Terraform, Golang
- **Published:** August 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9103800/mid-level-devops-systems-engineer-261kyr-s

## About the Role

A current Top Secret level U.S. Government Security Clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI level Security Clearance is required., * 9+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and Bachelors in related field; or 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.

## Description

* Develop and deploy cloud and edge infrastructure using AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible.
 * Automate deployment processes and script/program using Python, Bash, and Go.
 * Integrate big data solutions including Hadoop, Kafka, Spark, NiFi, and Elasticsearch within an Agile development framework., * Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS (especially EKS) and non-cloud edge equipment.
 * Automate deployment processes and ensure the monitoring, reliability, and scalability of services.
 * Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
 * Script and program in terminal-based Linux environments using Python, Bash, or Go.
 * Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications and big data tools into the infrastructure.
 * Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in production systems to maintain high availability.
 * Serve as a technical lead and mentor for engineering teams while guiding hands-on execution.


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