DevOps Engineer – Linux, AWS, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Git

Captivation

DevOps Engineer modernizing agency authoring and dissemination tools for Captivation Software. Deploying applications, managing Linux/AWS infrastructure, and troubleshooting production systems.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development and engineering, with a strong focus on deploying and managing applications in cloud environments. Proficient in Linux, AWS, Docker, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.

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Top Secret/SCI Security ClearanceLinux ExperienceAWS ExperienceDocker Swarm ExperienceTerraform Scripting

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentRequirements AnalysisInstallationIntegrationTestingTroubleshootingVM ProvisioningAnsible ScriptingGitDocker Compose

Tools & Technologies

AWSDockerMASHVMsGitLab CI/CD

Certifications & Qualifications

Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. GovernmentEmergency Support24/7 Call-in Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSDockerLinuxTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support modernization efforts to converge the agency's authoring, dissemination, and other supporting tools
Deploy applications
Install and configure complex software
Manage network servers and technology tools
Monitor and maintain systems for required performance levels
Troubleshoot issues and outages
Participate in a rotating pager schedule for emergency 24/7 call-in support, roughly 1 week out of every 3–4 weeks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph
Must be a U.S. citizen
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, or problem diagnosis/resolution
Required experience with Linux
Required experience with AWS, MASH, and VMs
Required experience with Docker Swarm
Experience deploying distributed web applications, such as GitLab CI/CD
Terraform scripting and VM provisioning
Ansible scripting and development
Thorough understanding of Docker and Docker Compose container technology
Git

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
Above Market Hourly Rates
$3,600 HSA Contribution
6 Weeks Paid Time Off
Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D
Staff may charge 4 additional hours for the week they are on call in addition to hours worked