Sr DevOps Engineer at Fantom Corporation (Hanover, MD)
Fantom Corporation· Hanover, MD·
Role details
Job description
Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth. We are seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems supporting data-intensive and mission-critical applications. This role involves working on analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java, Python, and SQL, and be comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, upgrade, integrate, and troubleshoot mission-critical systems across development, test, lab, and operational environments
- Design, configure, and maintain LAN/CAN/WAN infrastructure using Cisco and Arista network devices
- Administer and troubleshoot Linux environments, including RHEL and CentOS
- Deploy and manage containerized applications and Kubernetes clusters
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, or similar tools
- Develop automation using Python, Bash, Ansible, and Terraform
- Support hybrid cloud and virtualized environments
- Travel as needed for system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Provide 24/7 call-in support for critical operational system discrepancies
Required Qualifications
- Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph
- Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
- Twelve (12) years of experience with software/system deployments, Linux system administration, containerization, cloud deployments, and DevSecOps
- Recent experience within the last three (3) years with Kubernetes, cluster orchestration, and containerization
- Strong Linux administration experience with RHEL/CentOS
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Cisco, and Arista networking
- Experience with Python/Bash scripting, CI/CD, and Ansible or Terraform
- Experience supporting hybrid cloud or virtualized environments
- Willingness to travel and provide 24/7 call-in support as required
- Active IAT II CWIP / DoD 8570-compliant certification, such as Security+
- Active CCNA certification
- Polygraph date within the last seven (7) years
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
- Four (4) years of additional experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree
- A Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science may substitute for two (2) years of experience
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Fantom Corp is a Software Development, Agile Cloud, Cyber Security (Risk Management, Assessments & Authorization (A&A)), Data, AI Platform (Computer Vision Models), Podcasting Media Services, and IT Services provider. Established in 2015, Fantom Corp serves Federal customers with top-notch Cybersecurity Architects, Data Scientists/Analysts, Software Engineers/Developers, DevSecOps Engineers, Project Managers, Identity, Credential Access Management (ICAM) services , and Cloud-certified practitioners. We excel in delivering emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with a focus on identifying trends, object detection, and classification of structured and unstructured data. Fantom Corp possesses mastery in all aspects of digital audio production. We lead in the ideation and creation of efforts for clients who want to harness the power of podcasting. We guide them in selecting the right show format for their needs and goals. As a Small Business, we possess the innovation, speed and flexibility to meet your requirements.
Why work at Fantom Corporation
- Culture: Described as employee-focused with an emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The company encourages continuous learning through conferences, training, and degree programs fantomcorp.com.
- Work Policy: Likely on-site/hybrid near client sites in Maryland and Virginia (given clearance requirements).
- Notable Benefits:
- Health: 100% employer-paid PPO medical insurance (employee + dependents), with standard vision and dental included.
- Retirement: 401(k) with a 4% company match (first 3% dollar-for-dollar, next 2% at 50 cents on the dollar).
- Time Off: 6 weeks of vacation (encouraged to use it).
- Growth: Generous education reimbursement program; seminar/conference attendance.
- Bonus: Discretionary end-of-year profit sharing bonus based on company performance, customer satisfaction, and employee performance.
- Team Size: Approximately 16 employees (11-50 range), with a high ratio of senior/technical staff (~52% in technical roles). This offers a small-company feel with senior-level impact.
- Job Postings: 13 active openings as of mid-2026, including Systems Integration Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Windows Systems Administrator, DSP Algorithm Developer, and AI/ML roles lever.co.