DevOps / AWS / Python Engineer

Location: Gaithersburg, MD, St. louis, MO, Alexandria, VA, Chantilly, VA

Duration: On site ( Need local or who are willing to relocate)

Visa: only

Overview

We are seeking a skilled DevSecOps Engineer to support automation, CI/CD pipeline development, and cloud-native deployments within a secure, multi-tenant environment. The ideal candidate will have strong Python scripting skills, hands-on AWS experience, and a solid understanding of containerized and Kubernetes-based infrastructures. This role focuses on automating manual processes, supporting developer workflows, and maintaining secure, scalable cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions to replace manual operational processes

• Build and support CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD and DevSecOps best practices

• Develop automation scripts using Python (preferred) and PowerShell in Windows and Linux environments

• Deploy and manage microservices in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Configure, troubleshoot, and deploy Docker containers and Kubernetes workloads (EKS/OpenShift preferred)

• Support application deployments and testing activities for development teams

• Review source code repositories and produce technical and engineering documentation

• Maintain DevOps and operational documentation

• Conduct security remediation activities based on vulnerability and compliance scans

• Provide technical guidance and operational support for platform services and microservices

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira, Confluence, and chat-based collaboration tools

Required Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant IT or DevOps experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field

• Strong experience with Python scripting, including AWS automation using Boto3

• Experience developing and managing GitLab CI/CD pipelines

• 2–3 years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS or OpenShift preferred)

• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as S3, ECS, CloudFormation, Lambda, API Gateway

• Experience administering both Windows and Linux operating systems

• Solid understanding of DevSecOps practices, secure SDLC, and CI/CD workflows

• Familiarity with cloud-native and serverless architectures

• Experience supporting development and testing environments

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• CompTIA Security+ CE (or DoD 8570 IAT Level II equivalent)

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance, with ability to obtain SCI

• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certifications (DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect, or similar)

• Experience with AWS Lambda and ECS-based deployments

• Linux certifications

• Experience with geospatial technologies (e.g., ArcGIS)

• Strong troubleshooting skills in containerized and cloud environments

Additional Details

• Management Experience: Not required

• Travel: None

• Work Environment: Secure, cloud-based, multi-tenant infrastructure