Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer
CACI Open · verified Oct 24, 2026 At a glance
Senior DevOps & Release role at CACI. Sterling · full-time · $131,800–$290,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and roll out hardware platforms running OpenShift clusters or individual application servers
- Use Puppet and Ansible to automate infrastructure setup and configuration
- Apply security practices to infrastructure and produce technical documents for program reviews
- Coordinate work across teams and coach junior engineers
What you bring
- Hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bring at least ten years in IT or engineering, including three or more in DevOps or platform engineering
- Know Red Hat Linux administration at an expert level and have deployed Kubernetes clusters on on-premise hardware
- Use Kubernetes, Docker, Python or Bash, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Puppet or Ansible
- Meet DoD 8140 certification requirements with Security+ or higher, and hold a STEM degree or equivalent work experience
Who this fits
This senior engineering role suits someone who can lead technical work while mentoring junior engineers. You'll work on-site in Sterling, Virginia, with local travel of up to twenty-five percent.
From the employer
The Opportunity:
Join our flagship Special Intelligence RDT&E effort supporting Space Force mission readiness as a Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer. We provide the customer’s mission processing platform – from hardware to application. You will play a critical role in developing, integrating, and deploying that mission system. We are looking for an accomplished engineer with a breadth of knowledge across Linux system administration, Infrastructure-as-Code, containerization, and best practices. The ideal candidate is one who continues to learn while sharing lessons learned with junior engineers. The position is on-site in Sterling, VA, with up to 25% travel to customer/integration sites.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and deploy hardware platforms with both OpenShift clusters and single-application servers.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration (Puppet, Ansible)
- Enforce infrastructure security best practices.
- Prepare technical documentation and support program reviews.
- Lead and support cross-functional team activities.
- Mentor junior engineers
Qualifications:
- Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
- At least 10 years IT/engineering with 3+ years DevOps and/or Platform Engineering
- Expert level knowledge of Linux administration, specifically RedHat
- Deployment of OpenShift or other Kubernetes clusters to on-premise hardware
- Proficiency with Kubernetes, Docker, and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
- Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Puppet, Ansible, Terraform).
- Strong communication and project leadership skills.
- Meet and maintain DoD 8140 certification requirements (Security+ or better).
- Bachelors degree in a STEM field or equivalent work experience
Desired:
- Implemented DISA STIG requirements on Linux systems
- Deployed systems to air-gapped environments
- Authored Puppet modules for configuration management
- Knowledge of GitOps best practices
- Working knowledge of Cisco networking
- Working knowledge of Storage Area Networks (NetApp, HPE Alletra, etc.)
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$131,800 - $290,000CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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