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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DevOps Engineer - **Company:** NS2 Mission - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Information Systems, System Configuration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), DevOps, Distributed Data Store, Elasticsearch, Performance Tuning, Release Management, Software Deployment, Data Streaming, Data Logging, Data Ingestion, Cloud Monitoring, Grafana, Software Troubleshooting, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Presto, Kibana, Devsecops - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9117190/devops-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience). * Experience supporting DevOps, Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or Systems Engineering initiatives. * Hands-on experience managing and supporting Kubernetes environments. * Experience with Elasticsearch, including administration, monitoring, and performance optimization. * Experience working with distributed query engines such as Presto or Trino. * Experience supporting cloud infrastructure within AWS, including EC2, EBS, and S3. * Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. * Experience working within Linux/Unix environments. * Knowledge of containerization technologies and modern DevOps methodologies. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications * Familiarity with Sponsor cloud accreditation processes and security requirements. * Experience with Apache NiFi or similar data ingestion and workflow automation platforms. * Experience with DataCTRL or comparable ETL and data management tools. * Understanding of data management, data flow architectures, and large-scale data processing environments. * Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools and automated configuration management. * Familiarity with cloud monitoring, logging, and observability tools including Kibana. * Experience supporting secure cloud environments within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense. Position Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with an FSP Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship. ## Description Join NS2 Mission and help build, automate, and sustain the infrastructure that powers mission-critical capabilities. Mission is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA, supporting the development and operation of scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-based environments. In this role, you'll work closely with software engineers, platform teams, and mission stakeholders to streamline deployments, optimize system performance, and support modern DevSecOps practices. The ideal candidate brings experience with container orchestration, cloud infrastructure, automation, and large-scale data platforms within complex enterprise environments., * Design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications and services. * Manage and optimize Kubernetes environments to support containerized workloads and platform operations. * Support cloud-native architectures and infrastructure within AWS, including services such as EC2, EBS, and S3. * Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines that improve deployment efficiency, reliability, and security. * Support infrastructure automation and configuration management using modern DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code practices. * Administer and optimize Elasticsearch environments, including performance tuning, monitoring, and integration activities. * Support distributed data platforms utilizing technologies such as Presto and Trino. * Monitor system health, troubleshoot performance issues, and implement improvements to enhance platform stability and availability. * Collaborate with development and engineering teams to support application deployment, release management, and operational readiness. * Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and system configurations in support of ongoing sustainment activities. * Utilize tools such as Jira, Confluence, and related platforms to support project tracking, documentation, and team collaboration. ## Related Videos - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Debug a Kubernetes Operator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/487-debug-a-kubernetes-operator) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [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)