This role involves managing and maintaining the infrastructure for the Gravity DevSecOps Pipeline, ensuring its high availability, optimal performance, and security. It suits a systems administrator or DevOps engineer with experience in complex infrastructures and a proactive mindset for continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the Gravity DevSecOps Pipeline infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and cloud environments
Oversee configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of pipeline components to ensure high availability and optimal performance
Implement and manage containerization platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and virtualization solutions
Ensure infrastructure scalability and reliability to meet evolving project demands
Support the automation of deployment and operational tasks using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation
Collaborate with developers and DevOps engineers to ensure smooth and secure integration of new software components into the pipeline
Optimize CI/CD workflows to increase development speed, reliability, and security
Maintain the security of the Gravity pipeline infrastructure by enforcing DevSecOps best practices
Implement patches, updates, and security controls in accordance with Space Force and DoD standards
Ensure compliance with security policies, including STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) and other government regulations
Work with security teams to conduct vulnerability assessments and audits to mitigate risks
Develop and maintain monitoring solutions to track system performance, availability, and security
Respond to system outages, performance bottlenecks, and security incidents in real time, ensuring quick resolution and minimal impact
Implement disaster recovery and backup procedures to ensure business continuity
Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure system stability and efficient workflows
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices
Participate in regular reviews and updates of the infrastructure to support continuous improvement
Requirements
Active Secret security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience as a system administrator, DevOps engineer, or similar role supporting complex infrastructures
Proficiency in managing Linux/Unix-based and Windows-based environments
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps methodologies
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Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and virtualization technologies
Experience with configuration management and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Chef, Puppet)
Understanding of network management, storage solutions, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Strong knowledge of security protocols, including patch management, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation
Nice to have:
TS/SCI security clearance
Experience working within DoD, Space Force, or other defense-related environments
Familiarity with STIGs, RMF, or other government compliance frameworks
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Benefits
Innovative projects at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions
Collaborative environment that fosters a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace
Impactful work in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation
Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance
Important Details
Work format: On-site or Remote
Travel Requirements: Minimal (0-10%)
Schedule: Normal business hours
About the Company
KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies worldwide, employing approximately 37,000 people with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing national security and space missions.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world.
