DevOps Engineer (I-1/2)
Legato· enterprise· Defense· Oct 26, 2026 · 1d ago
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Hybrid
Full-time
Mid
$100K–$158K est.
Job description
Legato, LLC recruiters (Staffing@legatocorp.com) would love to speak with you regarding the following position: DevOps Engineer in Fort Meade, MD.
Security Clearance Required : TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Salary Range : $150,000-$220,000, depending on experience.
What You Will Do:
The DevOps Engineer will support the deployment, administration, integration, testing, and ongoing operation of complex technical systems across laboratory, development, testing, and operational environments. These positions combine hands-on Linux system administration with modern DevOps practices, including containerization, Kubernetes, cluster orchestration, cloud deployment, network infrastructure, and system integration.
Depending on experience level, the DevOps Engineer will provide Tier I/II operational support within a 24/7/365 watchfloor environment or perform advanced system administration, network engineering, integration, and maintenance of complex technical systems. Responsibilities include configuring, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting systems and software while ensuring reliable integration with enterprise infrastructure, network devices, services, and databases.
These individuals will also support system installations and upgrades, troubleshoot operational issues, optimize deployed environments, and maintain technical documentation and procedures. The positions require individuals comfortable working in mission-critical environments, supporting operational systems, and resolving technical issues to maintain system availability and performance.
Our minimum requirements for these roles:
DevOps Engineer – Level 1
Four (4) years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with Kubernetes
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with cluster orchestration
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with containerization
Experience providing Tier I/II operational support, including incident identification, troubleshooting, ticketing, escalation, and resolution tracking
Experience serving as a single point of contact between operational users and service providers
Experience diagnosing technical issues using established procedures, knowledge bases, and incident management processes
Experience troubleshooting account access, system navigation, known errors, and other operational issues
Experience documenting troubleshooting steps, incident resolutions, and technical procedures
DevOps Engineer – Level 2
Eight (8) years of experience with software and system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with Kubernetes
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with cluster orchestration
Recent experience within the last three (3) years with containerization
Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and upgrading network services and infrastructure
Experience with LAN, CAN, and WAN administration
Experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Arista and Cisco network devices
Experience configuring and optimizing networks to connect front-end and back-end system components
Experience designing, integrating, configuring, deploying, testing, and maintaining network devices and supporting infrastructure
Strong Linux system administration and troubleshooting experience, particularly with RHEL and CentOS
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash
Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible or Terraform
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for software deployment
Experience managing and configuring Kubernetes clusters to ensure high availability, scalability, and security
Experience managing and monitoring hybrid cloud and virtualized environments
Experience supporting the administration, installation, integration, testing, and maintenance of SIGINT survey, collection, and geolocation systems
Willingness to travel for system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Education and Certification Requirements (Both Levels)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Four (4) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree
A Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science may substitute for two (2) years of required experience
Active IAT Level II / DoD 8570-compliant certification, such as Security+
About Your New Company
Legato, LLC is a dynamic small business headquartered in Columbia, near Ft. Meade, MD. Our positions include Cyber, Software, Systems, Networking, Data Science and other complex engineering capabilities. We set ourselves apart by having employees in the top of their field and who enjoy working at Legato for its attention to its employees, aggressive compensation, and upward mobility possibilities.
We offer a generous benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental benefits. A minimum of four (4) weeks of paid time off including a week of sick leave. Legato gives our employees 11 federal holidays off and a 401(k) employer match with no vesting schedule. There is an opportunity to earn referral benefits or bank hours if the contract allows.
Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.
Legato LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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