DevOps Engineer – Level 2

Northrop Grumman

DevOps Engineer automating various systems to meet functional objectives for Northrop Grumman's Space Systems. Working with technologies like Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes in an agile environment.

Posted 7/12/2026full-timeRedondo Beach • California, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $91,800 - $137,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system analysis, design, development, and maintenance of various systems, with a strong focus on DevOps practices, cloud environments, and automated testing for CI/CD pipelines. Proficient in containerization, orchestration, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to ensure efficient deployment and management of scalable systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DevOps Tools ProficiencyInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Containerization and OrchestrationCloud Environment ExperienceActive Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

System AnalysisSoftware Configuration Management (SCM)Automated TestingContinuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)Server Infrastructure ManagementVulnerability ScanningStatic/Dynamic Code AnalysisSystem MonitoringLogging and AlertingAgile Software Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

GitLab CI/CDAzure DevOpsAnsibleTerraformDockerKubernetesAWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle Cloud PlatformPrometheus

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeActive SCI ClearanceActive TS Clearance

Industry Keywords

Cloud DistributionContinuous FeedbackHigh-Availability EnvironmentsData RetentionAgile Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformGrafanaKubernetesLinuxPrometheusTerraformTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for system analysis, as well as designing, developing, building, testing, implementing, and maintaining various systems
Implement provisioning and deployment techniques via packaging, containerizing, or Cloud distribution
Function with agile principles to execute efficiently in an environment of continuous feedback
Ensure implementation of Software Configuration Management (SCM), code quality, and code coverage with automated testing for Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree
Must have an active SCI at time of application OR an active TS clearance at time of application with the ability to obtain SCI
Proficiency in DevOps tools and platforms such as GitLab CI/CD or Azure DevOps
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and/or AWS
Proficiency in containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Helm
Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or similar
Experience with managing scalable, high-availability computer environments
Experience in setting up and managing server infrastructure (e.g., Linux, Red Hat)
Familiarity with storage systems for data retention and processing such as AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, or similar
Familiarity with vulnerability scanning and static/dynamic code analysis tools such as SonarQube, Fortify, or similar
Experience with system monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar
Experience working in Agile software development environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business