Senior DevOps Engineer – TS/SCI

Xcelerate Solutions

Senior DevOps Engineer leading an engineering team in big data pipelines at Xcelerate Solutions. Collaborating cross-functionally with various teams while maintaining a flexible schedule.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeBethesda • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in deploying and maintaining big data pipelines using Kubernetes and Elasticsearch, while effectively managing Agile team backlogs and facilitating CI/CD processes. Possesses strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

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Kubernetes DeploymentCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesActive TS/SCI Security ClearanceGitLab Integration

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Hard Skills

Big Data Pipeline ManagementMicroservice ArchitectureContainer OrchestrationHelm Chart DesignLinux OS NavigationElastic SearchLogstashKibanaTroubleshooting KubernetesProduct Backlog Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingTeam Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Kafka MessagingGitLabArgoCDCert-ManagerExternal-Secrets

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8570.01M IAT Level IISecurity+CySA+SSCPCCNA SecurityCISSPPrivileged User Account Certification

Industry Keywords

Agile Software DevelopmentSAFe Program Increment PlanningSystems EngineeringTechnical DocumentationProduct Owner Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ElasticSearchKafkaKubernetesLinuxLogstashTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deploy, triage and maintain a production big data pipeline using a microservice architecture running on Kubernetes, Elasticsearch backend, and Kafka messaging
Enhance, improve, and maintain CI/CD and DevOps scripts and processes to facilitate faster development, quicker error detection and resilient deployments
Design, develop, and support scalable, redundant infrastructure to include physical and virtualized environments
Use Helm to configure Kubernetes deployments to support new feature requirements
Collaborate with System Engineers to design solutions for new features and requirements
Provide technical input to systems engineering documentation and diagrams/models working in coordination/collaboration with SE team members and Architect team
Own and prioritize the Agile team backlog, ensuring work aligns with business priorities and delivers maximum value
Break down features, prioritize work, and ensure requirements are clear and actionable
Support SAFe Program Increment (PI) planning and execution, including creating and managing work items and project documentation
Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, and retrospectives
Monitor sprint and program progress, helping resolve dependencies, risks, and impediments that impact delivery
Review and accept completed work to ensure it meets business requirements and quality standards
Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and leadership to communicate priorities, progress, and product goals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience with 12+ years in software development, system engineering or related field
10+ years of experience with Master’s degree
Active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph
Current DoD 8570.01M IAT Level II (or higher) certification, such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CCNA Security, or CISSP (or Associate)
Ability to obtain Privileged User Account (PUA) certification
Experienced with container/container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes and troubleshooting experience with: Ingress/Gateway API Helm chart design/build Pod disruption budgets Affinity/anti-affinity rules
Familiarity with external-secrets, ArgoCD, cert-manager, eck (elastic search)
GitLab pipeline development experience including: Integration of GitLab CI/CD components Integration of GitLab Code Quality reports Integration of GitLab Code Coverage/Test reports
Knowledgeable in navigating Linux OS, specifically: Knowledgeable about sysctls for K8s environments FApolicyd and SELinux experience Comfortable with Elastic Search, Logstash, Kibana
Experience as a Product Owner or a similar role in an Agile software development team: Demonstrated ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps
Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs effectively
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies
Experience with facilitating scrum for the team (Planning, Retrospective, Grooming & Review/Demo)
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to articulate technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and project management teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities