Senior DevOps Engineer – TS/SCI

Xcelerate Solutions

. Support the DOMEX Technology Platform program, centralizing and standardizing OSINT tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination across the DoD and IC enterprise .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeBethesda • Maryland • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading DevOps teams and managing full-stack containerized microservices architectures, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in deploying and maintaining big data pipelines and Kubernetes environments, ensuring high-quality standards and operational efficiency.

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Kubernetes DeploymentDevOps LeadershipAgile MethodologiesCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentActive TS/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

KubernetesElasticsearchKafkaCI/CDLinux OSBashPythonJavaGitLabHelm

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

GitLab CI/CDArgoCDLogstashKibanaSALT

Certifications & Qualifications

Active TS/SCI Security ClearanceDoD 8570.01M IAT Level IISecurity+CySA+CISSP

Industry Keywords

OSINTDevOpsMicroservices ArchitectureAgileBig Data Pipeline

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ElasticSearchGroovyJavaKafkaKubernetesLinuxLogstashMicroservicesPythonSaltStackTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the DOMEX Technology Platform program, centralizing and standardizing OSINT tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination across the DoD and IC enterprise
Lead a DevOps team responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining a full-stack containerized microservices architecture
Perform technical systems administration, installation, and configuration
Deploy, triage, and maintain a production big data pipeline using Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and Kafka
Enhance and maintain CI/CD and DevOps scripts and processes
Design, develop, and support scalable, redundant physical and virtualized infrastructure
Configure Kubernetes deployments with Helm for new feature requirements
Collaborate with systems engineers and architects on solutions, documentation, diagrams, and models
Own and prioritize the Agile team backlog
Break down features, prioritize work, and clarify requirements
Support SAFe Program Increment planning and execution
Participate in sprint planning, standups, reviews, and retrospectives
Monitor sprint and program progress and help resolve dependencies, risks, and impediments
Review and accept completed work against business requirements and quality standards
Communicate priorities, progress, and product goals with stakeholders, developers, and leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience with 12+ years in software development, systems engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience with a Master’s degree
Active TS/SCI security clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph
Current DoD 8570.01M IAT Level II or higher certification, such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CCNA Security, or CISSP (or Associate)
Ability to obtain Privileged User Account (PUA) certification
Experience with containers and container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes
Troubleshooting experience with Ingress/Gateway API, Helm chart design/build, pod disruption budgets, and affinity/anti-affinity rules
Familiarity with external-secrets, ArgoCD, cert-manager, and ECK (Elasticsearch)
GitLab pipeline development experience, including GitLab CI/CD components, Code Quality reports, and Code Coverage/Test reports
Knowledge of Linux OS, including sysctls for Kubernetes environments
FApolicyd and SELinux experience
Comfortable with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana
Experience as a Product Owner or similar role in an Agile software development team
Ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps
Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies
Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and project management teams
Ability to manage expectations and maintain stakeholder relationships
Preferred: experience with Bash, PowerShell, SALT, Python, Groovy, Java, production/enterprise systems, Kafka or other messaging systems, Kubernetes monitoring, GPU-based Kubernetes, SALT deployment automation, or Nexus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule with occasional remote work
Growth and development opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants or employees with disabilities
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action commitment