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title: 'DevOps Engineer at Dark Wolf Solutions'
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# DevOps Engineer at Dark Wolf Solutions

- **Company:** Dark Wolf Solutions
- **Location:** Omaha, NE
- **Posted:** 2026-04-30
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-04
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions/jobs/7720839003

## Job description

Dark Wolf is looking for a DevOps Engineers who are interested in working in a fast-paced environment building and maintaining a DevSecOps Platform as a Service (PaaS) for a DoD customer. The successful candidate will work within the team to develop and maintain multiple Kubernetes-based PaaS solutions at different classification levels, automate deployment of services, provide and develop documentation, and monitor security and performance of the platform and deployed services. Our DevOps engineers are asked to solve challenging problems for unique customers and have a direct impact on the direction of software products and solutions used by those customers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deploying and maintaining critical services supporting both on-prem and cloud-native architecture.
- Working with the Cybersecurity team by implementing industry best practices for system hardening and configuration management.
- Using automation best practices, such a IaC and GitOps, for repeatability and fast provisioning of environments.
- Deploying and maintaining Kubernetes platforms in multiple environments and classification levels.
- Working closely with development teams to provide onboarding support.
- Ensuring platform and networks are compliant with DoD policies.
- Supporting backup and disaster recovery planning.
- Understand platform usage, anticipate developer needs, and expand capabilities to improve the developer experience.
- Supporting and mentoring junior engineers.

Mid Level Required Qualifications:

- 5+ years configuring, deploying, maintaining, and securing Kubernetes platforms
- 5+ years of relevant experience administering Linux servers (ex. RHEL, Ubuntu)
- 5+ years with CI/CD automation servers (ex. GitLab CI, Jenkins)
- Experience with administration of Linux endpoints (clients)
- Experience with providing Identity Management services including SSO using OpenID Connect (OIDC) or SAML
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
- US Citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance required

Senior Level Required Qualifications:

- 10+ years configuring, deploying, maintaining, and securing Kubernetes platforms
- 10+ years of relevant experience administering Linux servers (ex. RHEL, Ubuntu)
- 10+ years with CI/CD automation servers (ex. GitLab CI, Jenkins)
- Experience with administration of Linux endpoints (clients)
- Experience with providing Identity Management services including SSO using OpenID Connect (OIDC) or SAML
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
- US Citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance required

Desired Qualifications:

- Experience with CI/CD automation servers including GitLab CI, Jenkins, or CircleCI
- Experience working with OCI containers, containerizing applications, container networking, and container runtimes (Docker, cri-o, containderd)
- Experience with deploying and maintaining CNCF products to on-prem or cloud environments
- Scripting experience including at least a subset of the following: Bash, Python, Terraform, Ansible
- Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with artifact repositories (ex. Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus)
- Experience and/or familiarity with security scanning tools such as SonarQube, Neuvector, PrismaCloud/Twistlock
- Experience with immutable filesystems

This location is located in Omaha, NE. The compensation for the mid level role is estimated to be approximately $120,000-$140,000 commensurate on experience. The compensation for the senior level role is estimated to be approximately $140,000-$160,000 commensurate on experience.

We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

## About Dark Wolf Solutions

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Dark Wolf Solutions provides cyber-centric engineering, software delivery, cloud, data & AI, and mission enablement services to defense, intelligence, and Fortune 500 customers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Backed by Razor's Edge Ventures)
- **Headquarters**: Herndon, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2013
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Services, Defense & Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Data & AI
- **Target customers**: B2B, primarily U.S. Federal Government (Defense, Intelligence Community) and Fortune 500 companies
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Operates at the nexus of mission and technology to meet our Nation’s most demanding objectives." [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Products & Services
- **Cybersecurity Engineering & Risk Management**: Defensive and offensive cyber operations, penetration testing, incident response, and risk management.
- **Software Delivery & Cloud**: DevSecOps agile software development, cloud & hybrid solutions, edge computing, and digital platform engineering.
- **Data & AI**: AI/ML solutions, big data management, data science, and analytics.
- **Mission Enablement**: Mission systems, secure communications, multi-INT, autonomous systems, and operational test & evaluation.
- **BrickStor Secure Storage (via RackTop Systems)**: Secure cyber storage and data protection products for defense agencies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: In February 2026, the company was awarded a potential **$67.2 million contract** by the U.S. Air Force for cyberspace innovation support. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Razor's Edge Ventures is a known investor. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew **28.2% year-over-year** (293 employees), with a monthly growth rate of 3.1%. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions) The company reorganized in early 2026 into four core practices (Cybersecurity, Software Delivery & Cloud, Data & AI, Mission Enablement) and expanded its product portfolio with RackTop Systems. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Federal Domain Expertise**: Combines cutting-edge technology with specialized knowledge of defense and intelligence mission requirements.
- **Proven Track Record**: Has won at major cyber competitions, including DEFCON (2017, 2022) and BSides DC (2016, 2018). [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Established Contract Vehicles**: Supports agencies through pre-existing contract vehicles, simplifying engagement and accelerating delivery. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Strong Talent Pipeline**: Recruits heavily from the U.S. Air Force, Army, and major defense contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion into Data & AI**: The company's recent reorganization emphasizes a new Data & AI practice, signaling a strategic push into machine learning and advanced analytics. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
- **Productization**: Adding products like BrickStor to its traditional services portfolio to create recurring revenue and deeper customer lock-in. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
- **Winning Large Contracts**: The $67M Air Force contract demonstrates a focus on securing large-scale, multi-year engagements.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: The company describes its culture as "Work hard, play hard" and refers to its team as "The Pack," emphasizing collaboration and fun. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Professional Development**: Offers a "Training Bounty Program" with cash bonuses for completing certifications and training on new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Competitive Edge**: Employees get the opportunity to participate in elite cyber competitions (DEFCON, BSides), building skills and reputation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Benefits**: Includes flexible PTO, 401(k) with employer match + performance-based grant, medical/dental/vision (including zero-cost options), HSA/FSA, short & long-term disability, pet insurance, and incentive compensation. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)
- **Work Mode**: Positions are available across multiple U.S. locations (Herndon, VA; Tampa, FL; Huntsville, AL; San Antonio, TX; Colorado Springs, CO; etc.) with some hybrid and remote options.
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy emphasis on DevSecOps, cloud engineering, and cutting-edge tech (AI/ML). The company values continuous learning and tinkering with new technologies. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)

## Sources
1. [darkwolf.io](https://darkwolf.io/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/darkwolfsolutions)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/darkwolfsolutions)
4. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/dark-wolf-solutions)
5. [darkwolf.io/join-the-pack](https://darkwolf.io/join-the-pack/)

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