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aqua IT

DevOps/Systems Engineer

Company: Aqua IT

Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Posted on: July 10

Summary:
We are seeking an experienced engineer with a background in both DevOps and systems administration to support a cloud-focused technical team. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance and close collaboration with technical and program leadership to deliver a modernized desktop and web-based dissemination solution. The engineer will be responsible for configuring and maintaining cloud-hosted Windows environments and deploying a mix of commercial, government-developed, and custom software.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead administrative and DevOps efforts to support the development and deployment of mission-critical systems.

  • Build and manage Windows environments in a cloud infrastructure, including automation of deployments across development and production stages.

  • Perform troubleshooting, updates, and coordination with both internal teams and external partners.

  • Use web-based tools, remote access methods, and cloud-native solutions to support continuous integration and delivery pipelines.

  • Contribute to system resilience through patching, version control, and diagnostics.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Active TS clearance (SCI eligibility post-hire)

  • Compliant with DoD 8570 standards (e.g., Security+)

  • Hands-on experience with AWS and managing cloud-based infrastructure

  • Deep knowledge of Windows Server and Desktop OS

  • Background in systems design, integration, and architecture

  • Familiarity with DevSecOps processes and secure software pipelines

  • Experience with CI/CD toolsets, especially GitLab and scripting for automation

  • Exposure to OpenShift and Python-based web development

  • Strong communicator with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset

  • Capable of managing workload independently and following through on tasks

Bonus Points For:

  • Prior work with geospatial tools like ArcGIS

  • Use of AWS services including CloudFormation, Lambda, ECS, EKS, and S3

  • Experience with serverless design and scalable architectures

  • Comfort with diagramming and documenting infrastructure solutions

  • Familiarity with collaboration platforms like Jira, Confluence, and RocketChat

  • Professional certifications in AWS or Microsoft ecosystems