> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/659308-mid-level-devops-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/659308-mid-level-devops-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mid-Level DevOps Engineer - **Company:** DeNOVO Solutions - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Application Integration Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, OpenID, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Openid Connect, Cloud Services, Ansible, Virtual Machines, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Delivery Pipeline, HybridCloud, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Build Process, Terraform, Serverless Computing, Docker - **Published:** June 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8997975/mid-level-devops-engineer ## About the Role Experience: Experience with containerization and DevOps engineering. Experience implementing cloud technologies including Microsoft Azure. Experience with automation and CI/CD tools. Experience supporting Kubernetes clusters and architecture. Experience with Windows Active Directory. Experience working directly with government customers in client-facing environments. Education: Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field. Certifications: None required. Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. ## Description DeNOVO Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level DevOps Engineer to support the design, deployment, automation, and sustainment of secure cloud infrastructure supporting mission-critical government operations. This role is ideal for an experienced DevOps professional with expertise in Kubernetes, cloud platforms, automation, and infrastructure-as-code who thrives in customer-facing environments. You'll work directly with government stakeholders to implement scalable cloud solutions, automate operational workflows, and modernize enterprise infrastructure while ensuring compliance with rigorous security standards. Why You'll Love This Role: You'll Build Modern Cloud Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes-based environments supporting mission-critical applications and cloud-native services. You'll Drive Automation & Modernization: Develop Infrastructure-as-Code solutions, automate CI/CD pipelines, and improve operational efficiency through modern DevOps practices. You'll Partner with Mission Customers: Work directly with government customers, providing technical guidance and delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that support evolving mission requirements. A Day in the Life: Cloud & Kubernetes Engineering: Deploy, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters supporting enterprise applications and cloud-native workloads. Support containerized environments while ensuring high availability, scalability, and operational reliability. Infrastructure Automation: Develop Infrastructure-as-Code solutions utilizing Terraform, automate Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) image creation using Packer, and integrate automated build processes into GitLab CI/CD pipelines. CI/CD & DevOps: Design, implement, and maintain automated deployment pipelines supporting continuous integration and continuous delivery. Utilize GitLab and modern DevOps practices to streamline software delivery. Configuration Management: Manage enterprise infrastructure using Ansible while supporting multiple development, testing, and production environments across government networks. Security & Compliance: Implement STIG hardening, remediate compliance findings identified through Tenable, and ensure infrastructure meets DoD and Intelligence Community security requirements. Infrastructure Operations: Maintain critical infrastructure including Kubernetes clusters, virtual machines, Active Directory services, and OpenID Connect (OIDC) providers while supporting enterprise cloud operations. Customer Engagement: Work directly with government customers to identify application integration requirements, provide technical recommendations, communicate implementation strategies, and enhance existing enterprise applications and infrastructure. Tools, Technologies, Skills, & Knowledge: Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure, AWS, Amazon EKS Containerization & Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker, Helm Infrastructure as Code & Automation: Terraform, Ansible, Packer CI/CD & DevOps: GitLab CI/CD, automation pipelines, Infrastructure-as-Code Operating Systems: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Windows Active Directory Security & Compliance: STIG Hardening, Tenable, DoD compliance, security remediation Configuration & Identity Management: Active Directory, OpenID Connect (OIDC) Infrastructure: Virtual Machines, EC2, enterprise cloud infrastructure Development Practices: Git, cloud automation, multi-environment deployments (DEV, TEST, PROD) Customer Engagement: Government customer interaction, technical implementation planning, application integration, technical consultation ## Related Videos - [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) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [We adopted DevOps and are Cloud-native, Now What?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/485-we-adopted-devops-and-are-cloud-native-now-what) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [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) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 191: Malware interviews, EU ❤️ Open Source and Skilled Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/645-dev-digest-191-malware-interviews-eu-open-source-and-skilled-agents) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)