Systems Engineer – IT (Mid‑to‑Senior, DevOps)

About the role

DPG Solutions is seeking a mid‑to‑senior Systems Engineer‑IT with a strong DevOps background to support the Data Centric Multi‑Level Secure® (DC‑MLS®) Enterprise team in Herndon, VA. The role involves hands‑on work across Unix/Linux systems, scripting, automation, and secure deployment of high‑performance computing solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Support initial deployment, integration, and site coordination for DC‑MLS® Enterprise implementations.
• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Unix and Linux‑based systems.
• Develop and maintain automation using Python, Perl, Korn shell, Bash, Ansible, and related scripting technologies.
• Manage DevOps deployment pipelines, revision control (CVS, SVN, Git, GitLab, GitLab CI) and configuration baselines.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, software development, cybersecurity, HPC, and mission teams to resolve technical issues.
• Document deployment procedures, system configurations, and operational support activities.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in Linux systems administration, scripting, configuration management, or DevOps.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated CI Polygraph and US citizenship.
• Security+ certification.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Required skills

• Unix/Linux operating environments.
• Python, Perl, Korn shell, Bash, Ansible.
• Version control systems: CVS, SVN, Git, GitLab, GitLab CI.
• Automation and repeatable deployment processes.

What we offer

• Company‑funded 401(k) profit‑sharing plan with immediate vesting.
• Full healthcare coverage with company HSA contribution.
• Annual performance bonuses and 250 hours of PTO.
• Certification and tuition reimbursement.