TEKsystems - Cleared* DevSecOps Software Engineer

DevOps Developer is needed in Cedar Rapids, United States.

Client: TEKsystems

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Contract: Temporary, Temp-to-hire

Job Description

Join a team that’s shaping the future of military communications. We’re looking for a Senior DevSecOps Software Engineer to help build cutting-edge systems that keep our military personnel safe, connected, and informed. Work alongside industry experts on next-generation embedded software, advanced satellite communications, cryptography, and state-of-the-art computing architectures.

You’ll develop resilient, high-performance networks for UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles—featuring low latency, high throughput, anti-jamming capabilities, mobile ad hoc operations, and secure IP connectivity.

Requirements

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Proven programming experience in Bash, Python, developing scripts and automation for complex workflows.
• Hands-on experience with Git version control (e.g., BitBucket, GitLab) in collaborative software development.
• Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo, Jenkins, or similar) for building, testing, and deploying software.
• Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Linux environments, including scripting, configuration, and software deployment.
• Familiarity with software artifact management tools such as JFrog Artifactory or equivalents.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) and Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform).
• Familiarity with observability/monitoring tools (Grafana) and RESTful API integration.
• Strong Linux and application administration skills, with knowledge of software development lifecycle practices and configuration management processes.
• Comfortable programming in C, C++, and Java, with experience in multi-threaded embedded application software and communication systems.
• Knowledge of IP networking and networking protocols.
• Experience with Atlassian tool administration (Jira, Confluence) and Agile team environments.
• Strong team collaboration skills, commitment to meeting project milestones, and producing high-quality results.

Additional Information

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $95.00/hr.

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Experience Level: Expert Level

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your 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)

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.