DevSecOps Engineer

Job#: 3046181

Job Description:

DevSecOps Engineer

Location: Baltimore, Maryland (Onsite)

Role Overview

Our organization is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to support critical mission systems in a classified environment. The selected candidate will be responsible for the administration, security, automation, and sustainment of Linux-based infrastructure supporting modern containerized applications and enterprise services. This role will work closely with software development, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and infrastructure teams to implement secure and scalable DevSecOps solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux operating systems.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters and similar containerized application environments.
• Support and enhance CI/CD pipeline capabilities.
• Develop and maintain automation solutions using tools such as Ansible and other scripting languages.
• Implement and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on Linux systems.
• Manage Linux systems operating within enterprise WAN environments.
• Configure and maintain Linux integration within Windows Active Directory environments.
• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain server hardware and associated infrastructure components.

Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance as a condition of employment.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have experience with the following:

• Managing Kubernetes or similar containerized environments.
• Automation tools and scripting, including Ansible.
• Supporting CI/CD pipelines.
• Administering Linux operating systems in enterprise server environments.
• Installing, configuring, and managing Linux servers.
• Managing Linux systems across WAN-connected environments.
• Implementing and maintaining STIG compliance on Linux systems.
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.
• Managing Linux authentication and connectivity within Windows Active Directory environments.

Education & Experience

This position may be filled at either the Band 4 or Band 5 level based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience, and business needs.

Band 4 Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 12+ years of relevant experience; or
• Associates degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; or
• Bachelors degree and 8+ years of relevant experience; or
• Masters degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.

Band 5 Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree and 14+ years of relevant experience; or
• Bachelors degree and 12+ years of relevant experience; or
• Masters degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.

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Compensation & Benefits

This position may be filled at either the Band 4 or Band 5 level.

• Band 4: $70.00/hr - $95.00/hr
• Band 5: $80.00/hr - $110.00/hr

Please note that the final pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidates experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Baltimore, MD, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

August 14, 2026

Pay Range:

$80 - $113 per hour

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