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Job description
Peraton is hiring a DevOps Engineer — a full-time, based in Herndon, VA role ($135k–$216k). Apply directly on Peraton's careers page below.
Sr, DevOps Engineer
Location: Herndon, VA, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Responsibilities
DevOps System Engineer
Candidate will develop CI/CD build and deploy pipelines; integrate tools into the pipeline and manage debugging integration issues. In addition, selected candidate will help integrate with various tools for the DevOps process.
Job Duties include:
- Development of CI/CD Build and Deployment Pipelines
- Write/modify Jenkins-based groovy scripts
- Write/update Terraform scripts
- Troubleshoot pipeline issues across on-prem, Openshift environments and AWS Environments
- Document key features for developer use
- Help write and maintain scripts for process improvements (ex: stage/unstage builds, branch tag automation, automating variance corrections across networks)
- Work with Helm charts to deploy container based microservices
- Integrate tools into the pipeline
- Work with the development teams to bring in new microservices into the pipeline. Helping troubleshoot as necessary.
- Work through steps to automate installations of COTS products into the architecture
- Debugging integration issues
- Help identify issues in the deployment (i.e. potentially intermittent connectivity issues from an API Server to the Database)
- Monitor (and help develop scripts to monitor) services to ensure everything is functioning as necessary
- DevOps Tool Integration
- Help integrate with various tools for the DevOps process (SonarQube, Fortify, Jenkins, Robot Framework/Selenium, Artifactory, etc…)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience OR a PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement
- Experience with Linux Environments
- Experience with scripting languages, such as Bash and Python
- Basic understanding of an Object-Oriented Programming Language, such as Java
- Experience with Openshift or similar container environment
- DoD IAT Level II Certification (Security + CE, CISSP, etc.)
- Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain/maintain a polygraph
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEO
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for DevOps Engineer at Peraton?
The estimated salary range for DevOps Engineer at Peraton is $135,000 - $216,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for DevOps Engineer at Peraton?
The required skills for DevOps Engineer at Peraton include: CI/CD, Jenkins, Groovy, Terraform, Bash, Python, Java, OpenShift, AWS, Linux, Helm, Selenium, CompTIA Security+, CISSP.
What is the seniority level for DevOps Engineer at Peraton?
DevOps Engineer at Peraton is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for DevOps Engineer at Peraton?
You can view the full description and apply for DevOps Engineer at Peraton on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/peraton-sr-devops-engineer-fs9mz.



