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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DevOps Engineer - **Company:** Dea Inc. - **Location:** Arlington, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Application Integration Architecture, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Business Process Management, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Code Review, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Fusion, Dataspaces, Software Debugging, DevOps, HP Systems Insight Manager, Internet Security, Interoperability, Java Web Services, Systems Development Life Cycle, Reliability Engineering, Software Reliability Testing, Zero Trust Network Access, Server Administration, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Configuration Management, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Workflow Management Systems, Pega, Privacy Controls, Data Logging, Java Application Server, SOAPAPI, Reliability of Systems, Pega PRPC Application Development, Git, Build Management, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/devops-engineer-dea-arlington-va--472fb88e-2c82-46cd-af9f-91a2c9c82eea ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree on STEM fields and 2+ years of professional experience. * 2+ years of professional experience in software development, DevSecOps, application engineering, or a closely related technical discipline. * Strong proficiency in Java development, including experience building production-ready applications. * Experience with Pega or integrating Java applications with Pega-based workflows, services, or APIs. * Ability to develop high-quality, scalable, maintainable code using established software engineering practices. * Familiarity with Git and modern version-control workflows, including branching, pull requests, code review, and collaborative development. * Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, software deployment practices, and Agile development methodologies. * Understanding of software testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and defect-resolution practices. * Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional technical teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. * Ability to support work in an environment with stringent security, privacy, auditing, and system-reliability requirements. Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with Pega PRPC (Pega Rules Process Commander). * Knowledge of Pega BPM concepts, including case management, rule sets, and workflow design. * Hands-on experience integrating Pega applications using REST or SOAP APIs. * Pega certifications such as Certified System Architect (CSA) or Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA). * Experience working in enterprise-level application development environments. * Exposure to DevOps/DevSecOps practices and automated software delivery. * Experience or exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. * Experience with containerized environments and technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes. * Exposure to application monitoring, centralized logging, automated testing, or continuous-monitoring solutions. * Experience supporting Federal Government applications or environments with formal cybersecurity and compliance requirements., Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Auditing, Best Practices, Big Data, Business Analysis, Business Growth, Business Process Management, Business Solutions, Case Management, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Coding Standards, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Fusion, Debugging Skills, Dental Insurance, DevOps, Docker, Documentation, Ecosystems, Electromagnetism, FISMA - Federal Information Security Management Act, Functional Testing, Git, Government Contracts, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, Internet Security, Interoperability, Interoperability Testing, Java, Law Enforcement, Life Insurance, Microsoft Windows Azure, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Production Systems, Quality Assurance, REST (Representational State Transfer), Reimbursement, Reliability Engineering, Reliability Testing, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Small Business, Software Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Debugging, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Standards Development, Support Documentation, System Architecture, Systems Reliability, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Automation, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Vision Plan ## Description Expression is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Investigative Case and Data Ecosystem (ICDE) modernization effort. This program is focused on modernizing DEA's case management capabilities and creating a centralized, secure, scalable ecosystem supporting law enforcement, investigative, forensic, and intelligence missions. The DevOps Engineer will support the development, integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance of Java-based applications within this mission-critical environment. The engineer will collaborate with software developers, Pega developers, QA engineers, DevOps personnel, and product stakeholders to deliver secure, maintainable, and high-performing capabilities., * Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications, delivering high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code. * Analyze user, business, and system requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions supporting DEA's investigative case-management ecosystem. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Pega developers, QA engineers, DevOps personnel, product owners, and other technical stakeholders, to deliver scalable and high-performing software features. * Support Agile development activities, including iterative sprint execution, continuous integration and deployment, demonstrations, reviews, and incorporation of stakeholder feedback. The SOO establishes Agile development and regular sprint cycles as part of the program's delivery approach. * Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize applications to improve system reliability, availability, performance, and maintainability. * Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to coding standards, development best practices, and technical and architectural discussions. * Support application build, integration, release, and deployment activities across development, testing, and production environments. * Work closely with QA teams to validate functionality, reproduce reported issues, resolve defects, and support rigorous functionality, security, reliability, and interoperability testing. * Utilize application monitoring, logging, and related observability tools to identify system performance issues, failures, and bottlenecks. * Support CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, testing, configuration management, and repeatable software deployment processes. * Assist with application integrations and APIs supporting interoperability with Pega and other enterprise or federal systems. * Contribute to secure software-development and deployment practices consistent with the program's federal cybersecurity requirements, including FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP High, CJIS, continuous monitoring, and Zero Trust principles. * Support technical documentation, configuration documentation, run instructions, change logs, and other software lifecycle artifacts as required by the program. ## Related Videos - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)