Container Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Columbia, MD (Hybrid/Remote – MON & WED in the office). Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD). Sponsorship: This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain).

About the role

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a Container Infrastructure Engineer to support a mission-critical large-scale system serving the Federal Government in the healthcare domain. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Containerization technologies (OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD, and scripting languages (Shell, Python, Java). At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You’ll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the feature set of existing OpenShift platform across multiple environments.
• Serve as OpenShift SME (Subject-Matter Expert).
• Install, maintain, and operationalize OpenShift Operators.
• Assist with DevSecOps automation.
• Support development teams with containerization, infrastructure, and deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of direct experience with RedHat OpenShift containerization platform.
• 5+ years of experience with AWS.
• Proven experience with scripting (bash, PowerShell, Python, Java).
• Experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins), observability tools.
• Understanding of event platforms such as Kafka.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in federal government programs, or regulated environments (CMS experience is preferred).
• Relevant certifications (AWS, OpenShift) are a plus.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.
• 401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.