Job Description
Job Description
Overview
CTG is seeking to fill a DevOps Engineer opening for our client in Columbia, MD.
Location: Columbia, MD
Duration: Permanent Placement
Duties:
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Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS
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Support development and deployment of non-cloud (Edge) infrastructure for on-premise and portable equipment
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Automate deployment processes and ensure reliability and scalability of services
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Manage and maintain Kubernetes containers and cloud infrastructure on AWS
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Collaborate with development teams to integrate applications into the infrastructure
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Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, resolving issues as necessary
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Continuously improve processes and tools to ensure high availability and performance
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Stay current with new technologies and industry trends to enhance infrastructure capabilities
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Perform other duties as assigned
Skills:
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Strong Linux system administration and troubleshooting skills
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Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet
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Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) and infrastructure deployment/management
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Application and OS deployment, scaling, and management expertise
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Programming proficiency in Python, Bash, or Go
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Familiarity with Git and development toolchains
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Excellent problem-solving abilities and complex issue troubleshooting skills
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Understanding of AGILE methodologies and standard software development tools
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Must hold DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification (e.g., Security+)
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Ability to work in a hybrid environment (1–2 days onsite per week, flexible as needed)
Experience:
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Current Secret level U.S. Government Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
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5+ years of experience in DevOps Engineering or Software Development and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR
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3 years relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; OR
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High School Diploma/equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
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Preferred: Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Hive, Drill, Impala, Trino, Presto, etc.
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Preferred: Experience with EKS, Diode, CI/CD, and Terraform
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience as outlined above)
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.
CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.
To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Tana Stilloe at Tana.Stilloe@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $226,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.