DevOps Engineer with Security Clearance

Omitron Inc. is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support multiple critical software development projects from our Colorado Springs, CO, office in a hybrid capacity. You'll be responsible for building, maintaining, and advancing robust DevOps pipelines and development infrastructure, primarily across AWS GovCloud, On-Prem Hardware, and other secure environments. This position requires experience with automation, version control, CI/CD pipelines, and security tooling to ensure consistent delivery and system reliability across programs. You'll play a hands-on role in setting up, maintaining, and optimizing repositories and DevOps tools, including GitLab, SonarQube, Nexus, and related CI/CD integrations within AWS. This is an opportunity to join a flexible, agile-oriented team working on high-impact defense and aerospace systems. Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and support DevOps infrastructure for multiple ongoing development efforts.
Build and manage secure CI/CD pipelines in AWS GovCloud.
Maintain and configure DevOps toolsets (GitLab, SonarQube, Nexus, Jenkins, etc.) and associated integrations.
Collaborate with software developers and leadership to evolve DevOps practices across multiple projects.
Support agile development processes, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Champion DevOps methodologies to enable cross-team efficiency and automation.
Design and define cloud system architecture for new or existing computer systems.
Build and manage servers in cloud environments and contribute to cloud infrastructure management.
Ensure proper documentation is maintained and updated.
Contribute to cloud/server/network/storage implementation and support within secure environments. Minimum Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience (or 3+ years with Master's).
Proficiency with CI/CD tools and pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins).
Hands-on experience with Git-based version control.
Familiarity with infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools.
Strong scripting ability (Python, Bash, etc.).
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Working knowledge of code quality and security tools (e.g., Fortify, SonarQube).
Ability to operate in AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud/on-prem environments.
Experience with cloud infrastructure implementation and management (servers, networking, storage). Preferred Qualifications:
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification.
Experience supporting DevOps in a hyperconverged environment.
Security+ certification or other DoD 8570-compliant certifications.
Experience with Atlassian tool suite (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
Strong communication skills and the ability to drive best practices in a multi-project setting. Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors. Benefits include:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA or FSA options
Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Federal Holidays
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance
Company-paid Disability and Life Insurance
Voluntary benefits (e.g., AFLAC, supplemental life) Company Overview:
Omitron is an Aerospace Engineering and Information Technology small business firm headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland, with a field office located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since 1984, Omitron has provided excellence in engineering services and product development to government and industry customers for both civilian and military aerospace programs.
Omitron recognizes that outstanding people are the key to our success. Our goal is to select highly qualified and motivated individuals and provide them with an environment necessary to stimulate and nurture engineering and business objectives. Omitron offers its employees competitive salaries, a full benefits package, and excellent career growth opportunities. We welcome talented professionals who wish to take advantage of the opportunities we offer.
At Omitron, we believe that a workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration will be a successful one. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Per Title VII, our hiring decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and experience, in accordance with our commitment to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination policies. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for excellence and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We also support a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our workplace initiatives are open to all and designed to create a culture of belonging for everyone.
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