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Job Title: DevOps Engineer – JFFT Program

Openings: 2

Work Type: Hybrid (On-site near airport, occasionally at Peterson SFB)

Clearance Level: Secret (TEKsystems has the ability to sponsor an upgrade on your clearance to a TS/SCI level)

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required due to clearance requirements

TEKsystems is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support a contract-to-hire role on the JFFT program in Colorado Springs. This position supports secure, automated deployment pipelines for mission-critical Force Tracking capabilities. The engineer will work closely with development, QA, and platform teams to ensure reliable and efficient CI/CD processes using GitLab and modern DevSecOps tools.

Key Responsibilities:

Architect and maintain GitLab CI pipelines for .NET Core 8 applications

Automate build, test, packaging, and deployment processes

Manage GitLab Runners and optimize pipeline performance

Implement deployment strategies to Kubernetes, VMs, or PaaS

Orchestrate Helm/Kustomize releases and manage secrets

Monitor pipeline metrics and build dashboards for reporting

Mentor developers in GitLab CI best practices and trunk-based development

Collaborate across engineering, QA, SRE, and security teams

Required Skills:

2+ years GitLab CI/CD pipeline experience

5+ years in software systems or network engineering

Experience with C#, .NET Core 8, YAML pipelines

AWS, Kubernetes, Docker

Security+ CE or equivalent (IAT Level II baseline certification)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Terraform, Jenkins, Helm, Kustomize

Experience in DoD or mission-critical environments

Windows & Linux systems experience

Strong documentation and communication skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Interview Process:

Direct interview with Deputy Program Manager and Engineering Manager

Topics include pipeline architecture, DevOps tools, cloud/containerization experience, and security practices

TEKsystems Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)/Roth Retirement Plans

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts

Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off & Paid Family Leave

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 9 Months (Contract-to-Hire)

Experience Level: Intermediate

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Worksite Address: Colorado Springs, CO 80910

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $64.90/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Colorado Springs,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.