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: $200- 225k depending on experience