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# DevOps Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Cornerstone Defense
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, DevOps, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8946917/devops-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* Must hold an Active TS/SCI with polygraph ONLY, all others need not apply.
 * Knowledge of best practices and IT operations in an always-up, always-available service.
 * Ability to work in a team-oriented environment for a matrixed organization.
 * Experience with Microsoft operating systems/Windows environments.
 * Experience with AWS deployments.
 * Previous experience with software development, infrastructure development, development and operations or working in an IT department.
 * Effective communication skills.
 * Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers.
 * Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
 * Proven ability to communicate technical details to a non-technical audience.
 * Excellent organizational and time management skills.
 * Strong team player that is willing to help other team members at all times.

Desired Experience:

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
 * Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Lifecycle or commercial contracting.
 * Knowledge of Federal financial systems or commercial accounting.
 * Experience with Federal government contracting and/or program office organizations business processes.

## Description

* Work directly with the DevOps team and Senior DevOps manager to understand system deployment and installation processes.
 * Manage all computer systems and oversee the daily performance, keeping an eye out for issues and inefficiencies.
 * Respond to user issues, answering inquiries and resolving more complicated issues firsthand.
 * Maintain records of system performance, combining raw information into a useful and beneficial performance report for monthly board meetings.
 * Create training material whenever new recruits are hired to explain the correct and most efficient way to operate the implemented systems.
 * Other duties as assigned.


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