Systems AdministratorDevOps Engineer (Top Secret clearance)
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Job Location:
Reston, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 89203 - 151646
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.
The Work
We are seeking a System Administrator / DevOps Engineer to support secure automated deployments and manage cloud infrastructure in a high security cleared government environment. This role is critical in reducing system downtime accelerating update cycles and ensuring infrastructure resilience and compliance with federal security standards.
Job Location: Primarily remote with occasional business travel to Washington D.C. and Monterrey California
What You Will Do:
Design implement and maintain secure automated CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software deployments.
Manage and monitor cloud infrastructure (AWS Azure or other government-authorized platforms) ensuring high availability and compliance with security policies.
Collaborate with development security and operations teams to streamline system integration and deployment processes.
Proactively identify and resolve system performance issues minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform Ansible or CloudFormation.
Support system hardening patch management and vulnerability remediation in accordance with STIGs and RMF guidelines.
Maintain documentation for system configurations procedures and security controls.
Participate in incident response and recovery efforts ensuring systems remain secure and operational.
What You Will Bring With You:
Candidate must have an active Secret clearance or higher
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field (or equivalent experience).
3 years of experience in system administration and/or DevOps roles in a secure or government environment.
What We Would Like You To Bring With You:
Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud Azure Government etc.) and automation tools.
Strong understanding of CI/CD containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code.
Familiarity with RMF STIGs and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified SysOps Administrator CompTIA Security or RHCE are a plus.
Professional Skills:
Highly effective analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.
Organized detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$89203.00 - $151646.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Active Directory
- Computer information Technology
- PowerShell
- OS
- Windows
- Database
- SCCM
- Linux
- SAN
- Troubleshoot
- Backup
- Setup
- Technical Support
- UNIX
About Company
About ICF: The Integral Coach Factory is one of the earliest production units of independent India. It was inaugurated by the first Prime Minister of India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru on 2nd October, 1955. Later the Furnishing Division was inaugurated on 2nd October, 1962 and the production ... View more
