DevOps Engineer (Junior and Mid) at Spry Methods Washington DC

DevOps Engineer (Junior and Mid) job at Spry Methods. Washington DC.

Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview

We are seeking DevOps Engineers at both junior and mid levels to play a key role in the development, operations, and lifecycle management of mission-critical applications. This position requires a strong technical foundation, the ability to work in a dynamic environment, and a commitment to system performance, security, and reliability.

What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities)

• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient software delivery.
• Implement and support Infrastructure as Code (IAC) using tools such as Terraform , Ansible , or CloudFormation .
• Integrate and operate within cloud environments (AWS, Azure) including services like OpenSearch , EKS , and Azure AD .
• Automate system configuration, security scanning, and deployment workflows.
• Use DevOps toolchains : Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes, JIRA, Nexus, SonarQube, Artifactory, and HashiCorp tools (Vault, Consul, Boundary).
• Monitor and maintain system performance and security using tools like CloudWatch , Splunk , and third-party monitoring platforms.
• Configure and manage services to support auto-scaling , resilience , and failover capabilities .
• Create and maintain machine images (e.g., AMIs, AVMs) and automate DevOps tasks across multiple secure environments.
• Respond to and resolve system issues and user tickets, including critical incident support outside normal hours.
• Contribute to the engineering and enhancement of cross-domain solutions for file transfer and system interoperability.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements)

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• 5 years of experience required for Mid-Level.
• 1 year of experience required for Junior-Level.
• Proficiency with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and Terraform.
• Java, JavaScript, JFROG
• Experience with cloud platforms : AWS and/or Azure.
• Strong scripting skills: Python , Bash , PowerShell .
• Familiarity with configuration management tools: Ansible , Chef , or Puppet .
• Ability to monitor and manage application health , security, and performance.
• Experience with infrastructure automation , CI/CD , and container orchestration .
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to write and maintain clear technical documentation and SOPs.

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience working in secure environments or government systems.
• Familiarity with Cross Domain Systems , network segmentation, and enclave management.
• Exposure to full application development lifecycles , especially in secure or classified settings.
• Experience with COTS integration into cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines.