Senior DevOps Engineer (TS/SCI w/ Poly)

SIXGEN’s mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Position: Senior DevOps Engineer

• Job Type: Full Time

• Location: Onsite

• Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI & Poly (MUST HAVE)

• Years of experience: 12+

ABOUT THE TEAM

SIXGEN supports missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. In this position, you’ll provide meaningful support to our customer’s missions and operations. You’ll work alongside a team of highly skilled operators who are dedicated to using innovative processes, tools, and techniques to get things done.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable infrastructure for enterprise AI applications in cloud environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure)

• Develop and optimize engineering workflows and processes to support AI model development, deployment, and maintenance

• Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and delivery of AI models and application

• Implement and manage containerization solutions using technologies such as Docker and Kubernete

• Ensure efficient AI model lifecycle management, including versioning, monitoring, and scaling

• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers and data scientists to streamline deployment processes and optimize resource utilization

• Oversee system performance, security, and scalability of AI infrastructure

• Continuously research and implement new DevOps tools and practices to improve efficiency and reliability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field with 12 years of experience; Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with 10 years of experience

• Advanced proficiency in DevOps principles and practice

• Demonstrated expertise in containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

• Proven experience architecting and managing CI/CD pipelines

• Extensive experience with AI model lifecycle management and maintenance

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure) for infrastructure deployment and management

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams

• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable engineering solution

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible

• Understanding of machine learning concepts and their implications for infrastructure design

• Continuous learning mindset to stay current with evolving DevOps and AI technologies

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$180,000-$220,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Additionally, SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family

• Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance

• 401K with a 4% employer contribution

• Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)​

• Flexible and remote work policies for most positions

• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule

OUR COMMITMENT

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.