Meridian: Forward Deployed Infrastructure Engineer (Senior / Suitland, MD / Hybrid) [TS/SCI]

The role

You will work on-site with customers to write code, integrate systems, and solve problems in the field. You will design cloud architecture, develop Infrastructure as Code, and manage deployments in AWS and air-gapped environments.

What you will do

• Design and implement cloud architecture.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code using Pulumi.
• Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Continuously deploy to AWS cloud and air-gapped environments.
• Monitor applications/services with OpenTelemetry, Sentry, and SigNoz.
• Enforce CMMC compliance policies and rules.
• Manage secrets and configuration.
• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot infrastructure within customer and air-gapped environments.
• Support RHEL/Linux-based platforms using Kubernetes, Podman, Docker, and Helm in operational environments.
• Partner directly with customer engineering teams to integrate, test, and resolve infrastructure issues.

Required qualifications

• Current or active U.S. TS/SCI clearance.
• Expert in Infrastructure as Code using Pulumi or Terraform.
• Expert in Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Linux system administration, and Podman.
• Experience deploying and managing containerized environments using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and Podman.
• Expert in CI/CD and DevSecOps, including GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions.
• Proficiency in AWS and/or other cloud services.
• Experience with scripting and automation using Bash, Python, Go, or TypeScript.
• Proficiency with networking.
• Familiar with cybersecurity compliance frameworks like CMMC, PCI, or SOC.
• Familiar with Single Sign-on and Identity Providers (IdP) like Authentik and Keycloak.
• Experience deploying to air-gapped environments.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting classified DoD or Navy environments.
• Experience deploying infrastructure to air-gapped environments.
• Familiarity with observability tools such as OpenTelemetry, Sentry, or SigNoz.
• Experience supporting edge computing, maritime systems, or sensor platforms.
• Experience with AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud environments.
• Experience working directly with government customers in operational environments.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Dedicated sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Professional development
• 401(k) with company match
• Onsite / Remote / Flexible work arrangements or hybrid options (position dependent)
• Relocation assistance (position dependent)
• Referral bonuses
• Performance bonuses
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Technology home office setup stipend

Before you apply

• Requires a current or active U.S. TS/SCI clearance

About the company

Spear AI is a growing defense contracting company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that support national security. They build sonobuoy sensors and work with the U.S. Navy to collect and process SONAR data.