Req ID: RQ197619
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Cloud
Skills:
Amazon Web Services (AWS),Cloud Computing,Cloud DevOps,Instructional Coaching,Kubernetes
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Job Description:
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a DevOps Engineer at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a DevOps Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Dev Ops Engineer joining our team to support USSOCOM at Fort Liberty, NC.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position requires an experienced DevOps Engineer or Systems Administrator who will deliver formal classroom instruction on the implementation, design, automation, and administration of DevOps technologies, infrastructure automation, and containerized environments. The instructor will be responsible for preparing, maintaining, and securing the training environment while ensuring students gain hands-on experience with modern infrastructure automation and deployment methodologies.
The instructor will serve as a primary trainer for the customer's DevOps-related courses and provide student evaluations through written examinations, quizzes, practical assessments, and other necessary training exercises. Additionally, the instructor will contribute to the development and customization of curriculum materials to accurately train students on industry best practices in automation, containerization, and systems management.
Deliver instruction on Kubernetes (RKE2), Ansible, Git, Linux, Python, and project management methodologies, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Provide secondary instruction on VMware, GitLab, and Moodle as required.
Train students on infrastructure automation, containerization, and orchestration within Kubernetes (RKE2).
Maintain the training environment, including deploying and managing labs using automation tools.
Provide input on curriculum development, including lab exercises and real-world scenarios that reflect industry best practices.
Conduct student evaluations through written exams, quizzes, hands-on labs, and practical assessments.
Stay current with industry trends and certifications to ensure course content remains relevant.
Ensure compliance with DoD 8140/8570 cybersecurity workforce requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Required Skills:
5 years of IT and/or software experience.
Must comply with DoD 8140 workforce framework (replacing 8570.01-M) for cybersecurity workforce qualification
Expertise in Kubernetes (RKE2 or K8s), Ansible, Git (GitHub/GitLab), Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu), and Python scripting.
Strong experience in infrastructure automation, system administration, and containerized workloads.
Working knowledge of VMware (vSphere/ESXi), GitLab, and Moodle administration.
Familiarity with configuration management, monitoring tools, and security best practices.
Ability to design and implement hands-on lab environments for DevOps training.
Preferred Certifications
Linux+, RHCSA, RHCE, or equivalent practical experience
CKA / CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Administrator/Developer)
CCNA (Still considered a plus)
VMware certifications or equivalent practical experience
Project+, PMP, or Agile/Scrum certification (for project management component)
Additional Requirements
Must comply with DoD 8140 workforce framework (replacing 8570.01-M) for cybersecurity workforce qualifications.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to mentor students with various experience levels.
Ability to work in a classified or unclassified training environment as needed.
Security Clearance Level:
TS/SCI Required
Location:
On Site
Citizenship Required:
US Citizenship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
? 401K with company match
? Comprehensive health and wellness packages
? Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
? Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
? Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
? Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
The likely salary range for this position is $114,525 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
