DevOps Engineer

Location: Sterling, VA, US

Department: Software Engineering

Work Location: onsite

Job Title: DevOps Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

Join a fast-paced, dynamic Agile development program as a key Platform resource. You will work closely with a talented team to streamline our software delivery pipeline and ensure high availability across our multiple production environments covering multiple mission threads.

Responsibilities:

• CI/CD Pipeline Management: Build, maintain, and scale Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) workflows.

• Containerization & Orchestration: Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.

• System Reliability & Monitoring: Implement observability, logging, and alerting systems using tools like Prometheus and Grafana.

• Scripting & Automation: Write and maintain scripts (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate manual operational tasks.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Current TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years in DevOps, Infrastructure, or DevSecOps in a cloud environment.

• Strong Linux/Unix command line proficiency, preferably on RHEL-based systems.

• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD.

• Hands-on Kubernetes experience — cluster operations, workload management, networking, and troubleshooting.

• Strong proficiency with Docker — writing Dockerfiles, building hardened images, and integrating builds into pipelines.

• Familiarity with low-to-high code transfer processes.

• Advanced proficiency in Python and/or Bash scripting for automation and operational support.

• Familiarity with agile methodologies and ability to operate effectively within a distributed team.

• CompTIA Security+ or ability to quickly become certified upon hire.

• Willing to work onsite in Sterling, VA

Desired:

• Experience with AWS services and hybrid-cloud infrastructure patterns.

• Familiarity with Harbor, Nexus, and Trivy in a pipeline context.

• Strong understanding of Java software development practices.

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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:

$94,400 - $198,200