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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 5G DevOps Engineer - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** College Park, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $112,000.0 - $179,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxmox, Java (Programming Language), 4G (Telecommunication), Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Network Address Translation, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Security, Nagios, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Functions Virtualization, Routing, Network Service, Octopus Deploy, OpenStack, Ansible, Prometheus, Software Engineering, System Integration Testing, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Zabbix, Private Cloud Environment, Data Logging, Network Routers, Performance Testing, Computer Network Technologies, Saltstack, Grafana, Firewalls (Computer Science), Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Nutanix, Terraform, Cyber Warfare, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Golang, Vmware - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9085669/5g-devops-engineer ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience with BS/BA; 3+ years with MS/MA; or a PhD. In lieu of a Bachelors' degree an additional 4 years of experience is required for a total of 9+ years of experience * Strong Linux systems experience * Ability to program/script in Python, Bash, C/C++, Java, Go, or similar languages * Experience with DevOps, systems engineering, infrastructure automation, network engineering, or platform engineering * Experience with containers such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes-based environments * Understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and firewalls * Experience troubleshooting complex software, system, network, or infrastructure issues * Ability to support hands-on lab, prototype, test, or operational environments * Strong communication and documentation skills * US Citizenship * Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI. Desired Additional Skills * Experience with 4G/5G telecom equipment or software, including BBUs, RAN, 5G Core, EPC, IMS, gNB/eNB, Open RAN, or virtualized network functions * Experience with telecom platforms such as OpenAirInterface (OAI), srsRAN, free5GC, Open5GS, Amarisoft, Magma, or similar tools * Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, Kustomize, Docker Comose, Argo CD, or Flux * Experience with CI/CD tools such as Gitlab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Tekton * Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform/OpenTofu, Packer, Pupet, Chef, or SaltStack * Experience with virtualization or private cloud platforms such as Proxmox, OpenStack, VMWare, KVM/libvirt, or Nutanix * Experience with hardware clusters, cyber ranges, telecom labs, SDR platforms, or network experimentation environments * Experience with monitoring or logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/OpenSearch, Loki, Fluent Bit, Zabbix, or Nagios * Experience with test automation, system integration testing, network validation, or performance testing * Familiarity with secure system design, STIGs, RMF, vulnerability management, or classified government environments * Familiarity with RF, SDR, wireless communications, cyber operations, network security research, SDN, NFV, or service mesh technologies ## Description Peraton Labs is seeking a 5G DevOps Engineer to support a cleared research program focused on advanced networking, 5G/telecom systems, cyber experimentation, and prototype-to-operational software development. In this role you will support hands-on deployment, automation, configuration, integration, and troubleshooting of complex Linux, networking, virtualization, and cloud-native environments. You will work with research, infrastructure, and customer teams to build and sustain 5G-enabled testbeds and experimentation platforms. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong Linux skills, DevOps experience, networking knowledge, and the ability to support dynamic secure research environments. This position requires full-time on-site work at a customer facility near College Park, MD. Responsibilities may include: * Deploy, configure, automate, and troubleshoot Linux-based research and development environments * Support 4G/5G telecom testbeds, including core network, RAN, IMS, BBU, and related network components * Build and maintain containerized and cloud-native environments using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm * Develop scripts and automation for system privisioning, configuration management, testing, deployment, and research operations * Support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, version control workflows, and repeatable deployment processes * Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, NAT, firewalls, and segmented lab networks * Support virtualization and/or cluster environments using tools such as Proxmox, OpenStack, VMware, or similar platforms * Integrate software applications, network services, telecom components, and research prototypes into complex multi-system environments * Document configurations, deployment steps, troubleshooting procedures, and operational runbooks * Work independently and collaboratively with government, Peraton Labs, and subcontractor teams *This position may be eligible for an increased sign-on bonus. 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