SCI Systems Engineer/DevOps Engg at Sadna Consulting (Springfield)
Sadna Consulting· Springfield· $55–$70/hr·
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Job description
Seeking a TS/SCI Cleared Systems Engineer or DevOps Specialist to support the secure deployment, sustainment, and maintenance of a mission-critical platform. This is a hands-on technical role working in a classified environment with periodic on-site system installations and upgrades.
🔹 Key Responsibilities ✅ Perform on-site installation, upgrades, and sustainment at government facilities ✅ Deploy and maintain Docker-based applications ✅ Administer and tune PostgreSQL databases supporting AI/ML workloads ✅ Configure, patch, and optimize Linux systems ✅ Implement system hardening, logging, monitoring, and auditing ✅ Troubleshoot application, database, and infrastructure issues ✅ Coordinate with government IT, cybersecurity, and change-management teams ✅ Ensure compliance with security and accreditation requirements ✅ Support long-term system lifecycle (3–5 year program)
🔹 Qualifications & Requirements 🛡️ Active TS/SCI clearance (must be current) 🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field 💻 5+ years as a Systems Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Infrastructure Engineer 🐧 Strong Linux experience (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) 🗄️ PostgreSQL database administration 📦 Docker and containerized deployments 🔐 Experience supporting secure or restricted environments
🔹 Preferred Experience ⭐ DoD or Intelligence Community systems ⭐ AI/ML platforms in classified environments ⭐ STIGs, RMF, NIST 800-53 familiarity ⭐ Work inside government data centers or secure facilities
Why work at Sadna Consulting
- Small Team Culture: With only 2 employees, the environment is likely highly collaborative, with direct access to leadership and a hands-on role in business development.
- Remote/Hybrid Policy: Not explicitly stated, but job postings (e.g., for FPGA Engineers in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD) suggest on-site or hybrid roles may be available depending on client needs.
- Growth Opportunity: As a young, growing company (founded 2021, +100% headcount growth), employees may have the chance to wear multiple hats and shape the company’s direction.
- Diverse Tech Exposure: The company’s tech stack includes cutting-edge tools like Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS Fargate, and Splunk, offering exposure to modern infrastructure.
- Client Variety: Work with a range of clients, from federal agencies to commercial enterprises, providing diverse experiences.