Naval Operations Lead

Naval Operations Lead Position Overview G2IT is seeking an experienced Naval Operations Lead to support mission-critical operations within a Department of Defense environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive U.S. Navy or Joint operational experience in Command and Control (C2), Naval Fires, and maritime planning while also bringing a strong understanding of modern DevSecOps, cloud technologies, and software delivery practices. This role requires a strategic leader capable of bridging operational military expertise with advanced technical capabilities to support planning, execution, and modernization initiatives across naval operations. Security Clearance Requirements - Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or TS/SCI eligible with a completed Tier 5 investigation at the time of submission. Required Qualifications - Minimum of ten (10) years of operational U.S. Navy or Joint military experience in Command and Control (C2) and Naval Fires. - Experience supporting Carrier Strike Group (CSG) operations and/or Maritime Operations Center (MOC) planning. - Graduate of a U.S. military Command and Staff College or possess an equivalent documented warfare qualification (e.g., Surface Warfare Officer). - Strong understanding of naval operational planning, maritime operations, and joint force integration. - Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills. Desired Technical Experience Containerization & Orchestration - Experience implementing and managing containerized applications using Docker, Podman, and Buildah. - Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining Kubernetes and OpenShift environments. - Proficiency using Helm for application deployment and lifecycle management. DevSecOps & CI/CD - Experience developing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, and AWS CodeBuild. - Knowledge of software release management, automation, and continuous integration best practices. Cloud & Infrastructure Automation - Experience automating infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Terraform, Ansible, and AWS CloudFormation. - Experience designing, deploying, and supporting cloud-based solutions in AWS and Azure environments. Systems Administration - Strong experience administering Linux operating systems including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, and Ubuntu. Scripting & Automation - Proficiency developing automation solutions and operational scripts using Bash, Python, and PowerShell. Software Development - Experience developing full-stack applications using technologies such as: - Java - Python - TypeScript - React - SQL Agile & Collaboration Tools - Experience leveraging Atlassian tools including: - Jira - Confluence - Bitbucket - Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and team collaboration practices. Responsibilities - Lead and support naval operational planning efforts related to Command and Control (C2), Naval Fires, and maritime operations. - Provide subject matter expertise for Carrier Strike Group and Maritime Operations Center planning activities. - Support modernization initiatives through the integration of cloud, DevSecOps, and containerized technologies. - Collaborate with military, government, and contractor personnel to develop operational solutions and mission requirements. - Guide technical teams in implementing secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure and software solutions. - Develop and maintain documentation, operational procedures, and technical artifacts supporting mission objectives. - Participate in strategic planning, operational assessments, and mission execution activities. Preferred Qualifications - Experience supporting Department of Defense programs and operational environments. - Familiarity with Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) concepts. - Experience supporting Navy modernization, maritime operations, and mission engineering initiatives. - AWS and/or Azure cloud certifications. - Kubernetes, DevSecOps, or Agile certifications. Salary: $130k - 160k depending on experience