Senior DevOps Engineer - Infrastructure and Automation Specialist

Company: Network Designs Inc.
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About NDi: Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply. Job Description: As a Senior DevOps Engineer, where you'll play a critical role in the design, deployment, testing, and operation of our DevSecOps infrastructure tools. You'll be the backbone of our Operations and Maintenance team, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of the forensic and investigative systems that drive our mission. Requirements: U.S. Citizenship is required Must possess an active TS clearance at the time of application, be willing and able to obtain SCI access, and pass a CI polygraph. This position is onsite 5/days a week in Chantilly, VA May require occasional travel for Program Increment planning sessions Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in DevOps or a related field Proven experience with the SAFe Agile framework Strong understanding of forensic and investigative system requirements Demonstrated track record implementing DevSecOps practices in secure government environments Required Technical Skills Expert-level proficiency with: Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Search & Indexing Tools: ElasticSearch, Apache Solr Repository Managers: JFrog Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus Database Management: MySQL, Postgres, MSSQL Cloud Platforms: AWS GovCloud, SC2S, C2S Virtualization: VMware vSphere, VxRail Monitoring Frameworks: Prometheus, Nagios, Grafana Security & Networking: SSH, SSL/TLS, Key Vaults Server Technologies: Apache Tomcat DevSecOps Best Practices Operating Systems: Linux (Rocky, RedHat, Amazon, Ubuntu) and Windows Additional Technical Experience: Data processing, automation, and ETL workflow orchestration CI/CD pipeline implementation and optimization using GitLab or similar systems Network architecture and security in classified environments Hybrid cloud and on-premises solution integration SAFe Agile methodologies Security accreditation processes Responsibilities: Design & Deploy: Architect, deploy, test, certify, and maintain DevSecOps infrastructure tools to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Troubleshoot & Resolve: Address interoperability issues across operating systems, libraries, components, and application dependencies. Infrastructure Management: Deploy and configure services leveraging infrastructure as a service provider to support robust and scalable solutions. Server Configuration: Set up and manage Linux-based servers for dynamic web applications. Debugging: Tackle and debug issues within cluster-based computing architectures to maintain smooth operations. Monitoring: Install, configure, and maintain open-source monitoring and observability tools to ensure the health of the systems. CI/CD Integration: Collaborate closely with development and security teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines adhering to DevSecOps best practices. Automation: Use scripting and programming (e.g., Bash, Python) to automate deployments and enhance system reliability. Agile Participation: Engage actively in Program Increments (PIs) and Agile Release Train (ART) activities for continuous improvement and delivery. Multi-Enclave Support: Operate within multi-enclave environments including Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret. Incident Response: Respond to and resolve critical incidents promptly within designated timelines. Compensation and Benefits: At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job. Veterans First Commitment: As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization. Commitment to Diversity: NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, citizenship, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law in all phases of the employment process and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As a federal government contractor, NDi complies with all applicable affirmative action requirements. Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!

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