Actalent

Job Title: Sr. DevOps Engineer (MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE U.S. SECRET CLEARANCE)- NOT OPEN TO SPONSORSHIP OR C2C

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, with the ability to work on-site, while maintaining flexibility for hybrid work arrangements as tasks allow. Position requires an Active Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure utilizing AWS technologies such as ECR, EKS, S3, and Networking.
• Develop and maintain scalable and reliable infrastructure using Terraform and Kubernetes.
• Write and maintain programming and scripting solutions, with a preference for Python.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate ideas clearly while solving complex problems.
• Adhere to physical and security clearance requirements while working on secure networks.

Essential Skills

• Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or software development.
• Proficiency in AWS technologies including ECR, EKS, S3, and Networking.
• Strong skills in Terraform, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Programming and scripting skills, with Python preferred.
• Organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Ansible for managing Kubernetes workloads and configuration automation.
• Familiarity with government-related IT policies, frameworks, or regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of additional cloud infrastructure tools and best practices.

Work Environment

The role requires on-site work 5 days a week at Fort Belvoir, VA, with flexibility for hybrid work as task requirements allow. Work hours may vary based on mission-critical tasks, promoting a collaborative and flexible approach. Candidates must meet all physical and security clearance requirements for working on a secure network.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.