DevOps Software Engineer (SWE2) — Kubernetes & Cloud Automation- Fully Cleared
Intelliforce-IT Solutions GroupMake an Impact Where It Matters Most
At Intelliforce, we support some of the nation’s most critical missions by delivering secure, resilient engineering solutions that operate where reliability is non-negotiable. As a DevOps Software Engineer, you will help build and sustain the cloud-native infrastructure that powers advanced mission systems. Your work will directly enable development teams to deliver capabilities faster, more securely, and at scale. If you thrive on automation, complex distributed systems, and solving hard infrastructure problems, this role puts you at the center of mission success.
Schedule and Work Details
Location: NBP410
Schedule: Full-time onsite (SCIF environment)
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (in-scope within 7 years required)
Here’s What Your Day-to-Day Might Look Like
Designing and maintaining Infrastructure-as-Code solutions that provision secure cloud environments
Managing Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads supporting mission applications
Automating deployment pipelines using GitLab CI/CD and modern DevOps practices
Collaborating with development teams to optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability
Implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure operational visibility and uptime
Troubleshooting infrastructure, networking, and application issues across distributed systems
Supporting secure operations within customer environments while improving automation maturity
Minimum Qualifications
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited college or university plus seven (7) years of Software Engineering experience in programs of similar scope, type, and complexity; OR
Nine (9) years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
(Aligned with standard SWE2 labor category expectations
FF Software Engineer Skill Leve…
)Required Skills
Strong DevOps engineering experience supporting production environments
Expertise with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
Hands-on experience administering Kubernetes clusters
Experience with container platforms and orchestration tools
Proficiency with AWS services and cloud architecture concepts
Automation using Ansible or similar configuration management tools
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
Strong networking fundamentals, including service mesh technologies (Calico, Istio)
Experience with centralized logging and monitoring solutions
Ability to troubleshoot complex distributed systems
Desired Skills
Experience supporting mission or high-security environments
Familiarity with scalable microservices architectures
Experience optimizing system performance and reliability at scale
Knowledge of cloud security best practices
Experience working within Agile or DevOps-driven teams
Technology Stack
Terraform, Kubernetes, Ansible, AWS (EC2, EKS, VPC, IAM), Docker, GitLab CI/CD, Calico, Istio, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Prometheus, Grafana, Linux, Bash/Python scripting, cloud-native monitoring and automation tools
Compensation Range: $176,000.00 - $226,000.00*The salary range provided reflects an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s background and suitability for the role. Please note that this range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility.
Why Intelliforce? Because you matter—your work, your growth, and your well-being.
At Intelliforce, we don’t just push the boundaries of technology—we partner with some of the most mission-driven teams in defense and beyond to solve challenges that truly matter. As a Systems Engineer here, you won’t just contribute to projects—you’ll help shape outcomes that make a real-world impact.
We also know that great work starts with a great environment. That’s why we invest in you:
- Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
- Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
- Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
- Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
- A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.
At Intelliforce, your career will flourish in a place where innovation thrives and people come first. Join us—and let’s build something meaningful together. You can reach us at [email protected] or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .
Equal Opportunity Matters
Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at [email protected] with your specific request.