DevOps Engineer (TS/SCI)

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

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Vantoris seeking aMid-LevelDevOps Engineerlocatedin Herndon, VA,to support the development,integration, and cybersecuritycomplianceof various intelligence capabilities intoa DevelopmentandsubsequentlyProductionenvironment.This role is ideal for someone who sees DevOps not just as automation, but as a software engineering discipline focused on building scalable, reliable systems and developer platforms.You will be a member of a project team responsible for designing andmaintainingmultiple DevOps pipelines integrating and deployingnumerouscomponents into the larger systemtechnology stack. Deployment will be across multiple networks intoprivatecloud infrastructuresself-hosted for our government customer.

As aVantorteam member, you willclosely supportour mission partners, and your work will have direct mission impact.In this role,you'llwork closely with otherDevOps engineers,software developers,infrastructuretechniciansand cybersecurityprofessionalsleveragingopen-sourcetechnologyto create andmaintainthe full stack of aHigh-PerformanceComputing (HPC) system that hosts adiverse range of applications served out to thousands of users.

AboutUs:

• We are a multi-facetedtechnical team withexpertisespanning the full stack of cloud computing technologies including systems administration, DevOps, cybersecurity,software development, and systemsengineering thatbuildsandmaintainssoftware applications backed by a self-managed cloud infrastructure with a true big-data footprint (over 10 petabytes)

• Our diverse background of experience in mission support andtechnology development and operationsserves as a catalyst to solve unique and challenging intelligence problems in support of special operations analysts and their on-going activities.

• Prototyping and frequent, iterative feedback are coreto our delivery approach, anchored bya need to work quickly in support of our missions.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Deploy, and managehighly availableapplications to ensure system reliability and scalability.

• Write clean, maintainable code (e.g., Python, Go, Java, or similar) toautomate cybersecurity workflows.

• Build andmaintaincustom CLI tools, APIs, and dashboards that streamline the developer experience.

• Implement, and maintainHashiCorpNomad clustersand Kubernetes clustersfor workload orchestration.

• ExecuteDNS configuration, management, and performance tuning for enterprise-grade systems.

• Develop and implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar.

• Build and managemultipleCI/CD pipelines with GitLab or equivalent tools to automate deployments and streamline development workflowsfor rapid development and integration.

• Perform system monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting to proactivelyidentifyand resolve issues.

• Automate security testing and monitoring within the DevOps workflowsusingACAS andTrivy.

• Analyze cybersecurity scan findings and work with the cybersecurity team toidentifyfalse positive findings.

• Assistthe cybersecurity team inassembling the required Body of Evidence tosubmitfor False Positive exceptions.

• Assistthe cybersecurity team in assembling the required Body of Evidence tosubmitcontainerized and non-containerized software packages for enterprise software approval.

• Integrate static code analysistools such as GitLab SAST, Fortify orSonarqubeand other security mechanisms intoCI/CDpipelines.

• Build andmaintaincustom tools to automate cybersecurity analysis and correlation workflows as new cybersecurity compliance requirementsemerge.

• Perform cybersecurity remediation on DevOps managed Virtual Machines to includeOS patching, OSSTIGing, and software package updates.

• Build,maintain,andmonitorconfiguration management of release products.

• Troubleshoot and resolve network, automation pipelines, and infrastructure issues.

MinimumRequirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing and able to pass a CI polygraph.

• Must be able and willing to work in a SCIF environment in Herndon, VA 40/hours a week.

• Minimum of5+ years of Industryexperienceas a DevOps engineerand aBachelorsdegree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field (oraMastersdegree and 3years experience).

• Strong programming skills in at least onelanguage (e.g., Python, Go, Java, C#, or similar).

• Strongexpertisein cloud environments, including deployment, optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Proventrack recordin building and operating Cloud Native Applications using tools like Kubernetes and Docker.

• Experience in managing,integratingandutilizingPKI certificates for user and Non-Person-Entity Authentication and Authorization.

• In-depth experience withIaCtools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent.

• Solid experience in creating and managing CI/CD build pipelines using GitLab or similar tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, or equivalent languages.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with security best practices in DevOps pipelines (e.g.,Trivy,Grype,GtiLabSAST,Sonarqube, etc.).

• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.

• Strong knowledge of networking and load balancing technologies.

• Experience with source configuration management tools such as Git.

• CI & CD development experience with technologies like Bash, Jenkins, or GitLab.

• Experience with automated deployment technologies such as Cloud Formation, Ansible, Puppet or Chef.

• Cloud Technologies deployment experience.

• Open-source application deployments and maintenance.

• Custom source application deployments and maintenance.

• Moderate LINUX system administration experience (RedHat,Rocky Linux, Alma Linux or similar)).

• Working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, webservicesand SQL databases.

• Experience working in an Agile environment.

Desired Skills:

• Security+ or comparable certification for privileged user access.

• Experience with distributed processing methods and tools, such as REST APIs, microservices, IaaS/PaaS services.

• Experience developing and deploying web services.

• Experience in implementing Docker STIGs.

• Experience with technical cybersecurity remediationin the context of a Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) program.

• RHCSA or LPIC1/LPIC2 certifications or equivalent.

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator certification.

• Docker Certified Associate.

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Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate's experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

* The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at:

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

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EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.