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DevOps Engineer - Federal Customer

Iawmqy Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Mclean Full-time Mid-level DevOps & Release

At a glance

Mid-level DevOps & Release role at Iawmqy. Mclean · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $120,000–$167,500 across the United States.

Estimated pay

Iawmqy has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$120,000 – $167,500
What the middle half of mid-level DevOps & release roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 193 postings that stated pay, median $140,000. Last updated Oct 24, 2026.
RoleDevOps & Release
SeniorityMid-level
LocationMclean
EmploymentFull-time
PostedAug 19, 2026 · 2mo ago
Role brief

devopsroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build and maintain platform infrastructure, covering deployment, upkeep and security across the stack
  • Automate setup and configuration for operating systems, applications and Kubernetes platform components
  • Deploy, manage and monitor Kubernetes environments and the applications running in containers
  • Work with architects, developers and project managers to solve infrastructure problems as requirements shift

What you bring

  • You hold an active TS/SCI clearance and can keep program access as needed
  • You have experience running Kubernetes deployments and monitoring containerized applications
  • You can containerize applications with Docker or Podman and work with several operating systems
  • You understand authentication methods such as IdM, OIDC or another listed protocol

Who this fits

This is an on-site role in Chantilly, Virginia, five days a week, for someone working across platform infrastructure and containers. You must be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds.

From the employer

DevOps Engineer - Federal Customer (Chantilly, VA)

(on-site 5 days per week: TS/SCI required)

Job summary

If you enjoy working with new technologies, enterprise-leading equipment, and have a passion for building and maintaining information technology (IT) infrastructures, we would like to speak to you. This position will play a key role in supporting next-generation infrastructure to drive innovation.

You will join a diverse team of DevOps Engineers to design, deploy, maintain, and secure platform infrastructure. You will collaborate with people inside and outside the organization to deliver the highest standards for building, deploying, and securing infrastructure.

The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure. This includes automating the deployment and configuration of operating systems, applications, and platform components associated with Kubernetes. As a DevOps Engineer, you are responsible for the entire stack (DNS, IdM, OCP, OAUTH, DHCP, S3, NFS, Application Stack, and more).

Key Job Responsibilities

DevOps Engineers demonstrate the ability to analyze complex problems and engineer effective solutions.

· Understanding of networking concepts, including bonding, bridging, VLANs, firewalls, and troubleshooting

· Solid understanding of multiple operating systems (Linux, BSD, UNIX)

· Knowledge of one or more scripting languages: Python, Go, Bash

· Understanding of containerization platforms like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift

· Basic understanding of security concepts, including encryption, authentication, authorization, and access controls

· Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, developers, and project management

· Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and priorities

· Desire to continue learning and professional development in the field of Platform Engineering

Required Qualifications

· Proficiency with multiple operation systems (Linux, Windows, Networking)

· Active TS/SCI and the ability to maintain access as required by the program

· Experience deploying, managing, and monitoring Kubernetes and the containerized applications running within

· Working knowledge of authentication protocols and methodologies (IdM, OIDC, KeyCloak, Authentik)

· Experience containerizing applications via Docker / Podman

Preferred Qualifications

· Proficient with filesystems (File, Block, Object)

· Experience managing and validating disaster recovery processes

· Ability to deploy and utilize local Large Language Models (LLMs)

· Experience with iptables, ebpf, tcpdump, wireshark

. Candidates must be able to lift up to 25lbs.

We offer

· A dynamic and collaborative working environment that fosters professional growth and development.

· Opportunities for personal and technical skill enhancement through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

· A supportive and inclusive team culture that values diversity and encourages individual contributions.

If you are passionate about DevOps, have a strong technical background, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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