DevOps Software Engineer - TS/SCI with Security Clearance
About the role
Sunayu, LLC is seeking a TS/SCI-cleared DevOps Software Engineer to join a dynamic team developing and deploying a cutting-edge technology stack in support of the DIA-NMEC DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP).
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and maintain a full-stack, containerized microservices architecture.
- Support systems administration, installation, configuration, and the broader adoption of DevOps best practices across cross-functional engineering teams.
- Deploy, triage, and maintain a production big-data pipeline built on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and Kafka.
- Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation to accelerate development and improve reliability.
- Design and support scalable, redundant infrastructure across physical and virtual environments.
- Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments for new features and evolving requirements.
- Partner with Systems Engineers to architect solutions for new capabilities.
- Contribute technical input to engineering documentation, diagrams, and models.
- Participate in Agile release planning, scrums, design sessions, bug triage, and related team activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree
- Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Strong Linux proficiency
- Hands-on experience with containers and Kubernetes
- Experience with CI/CD orchestration and GitLab
- Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana
Qualifications
- Experienced in operating systems at scale
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies
- Development experience (Bash, PowerShell, SALT, Python, Groovy, Java, etc.)
- Familiarity with Kafka or other messaging systems (AMQP, JMS)
- Kubernetes monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
- GPU-based Kubernetes
- Helm / Helmfile
- Nexus
Skills
- Collaborative and enthusiastic
- Comfortable working with teammates across a range of technical backgrounds
Benefits
- Medical Plan Options
- Dental and Vision
- FSA, DCFSA, HSA
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Federal holidays
- 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)
Pay
Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits
- 3 Medical Plan Options
- Dental and Vision
- FSA, DCFSA, HSA
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Federal holidays
- 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)
Culture
Our strength lies in our community: Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication. At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission—we grow together.
Career Development
We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.