Jr DevOps Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth.

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to support software and system deployments, Linux administration, containerized environments, cloud infrastructure, and DevSecOps operations. This position will support secure, mission-critical systems and requires hands-on experience with Kubernetes, networking, CI/CD automation, and hybrid cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Support software and system deployments, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux environments, including RHEL and CentOS
• Design, configure, maintain, and upgrade LAN/CAN/WAN networks using Cisco and Arista devices
• Deploy and manage Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters for availability, scalability, and security
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab
• Develop automation using Python and Bash
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Ansible or Terraform
• Manage and monitor hybrid cloud and virtualized environments
• Provide 24/7 call-in support for critical operational system discrepancies
• Travel as required for system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting

Required Qualifications

• Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph
• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
• Two (2) years of experience with software/system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps
• Recent experience within the last three (3) years with Kubernetes, cluster orchestration, and containerization
• Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting experience with RHEL/CentOS
• Experience with Cisco and Arista networking and LAN/CAN/WAN environments
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Python and Bash scripting
• Experience with Jenkins or GitLab and Ansible or Terraform
• Experience managing or monitoring hybrid cloud and virtualized environments
• Ability to provide 24/7 call-in support and travel as required
• Active IAT II CWIP / DoD 8570-compliant certification, such as Security+
• CCNA certification

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science
• Four (4) years of additional experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree
• A Master of Science in Engineering or Computer Science may substitute for two (2) years of experience
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Fantom Corp is a Software Development, Agile Cloud, Cyber Security (Risk Management, Assessments & Authorization (A&A)), Data, AI Platform (Computer Vision Models), Podcasting Media Services, and IT Services provider. Established in 2015, Fantom Corp serves Federal customers with top-notch Cybersecurity Architects, Data Scientists/Analysts, Software Engineers/Developers, DevSecOps Engineers, Project Managers, Identity, Credential Access Management (ICAM) services , and Cloud-certified practitioners. We excel in delivering emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with a focus on identifying trends, object detection, and classification of structured and unstructured data. Fantom Corp possesses mastery in all aspects of digital audio production. We lead in the ideation and creation of efforts for clients who want to harness the power of podcasting. We guide them in selecting the right show format for their needs and goals. As a Small Business, we possess the innovation, speed and flexibility to meet your requirements.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.