DevOps Expert

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop, script, test, and implement Infrastructure as Code and cloud-native API commands utilizing automation and orchestration tools.

• Construct, script, and validate Compliance as Code for enforcing security configurations on cloud resources.

• Offer cloud service expertise for cloud-deployed applications and support developers with cloud-service integration.

• Ensure the security of cloud services and application resources in alignment with industry standards and best practices from cloud providers.

• Gather and present evidence for compliance with security baselines.

• Create operating instructions and document Infrastructure as Code processes.

• Evaluate system capabilities and address inquiries regarding IaC intent, outputs, inputs, programming techniques, and controls.

• Collaborate within an Agile Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) using two- to three-week sprints, daily scrums, and sprint tracking tools.

• Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines for the construction, testing, scanning, and deployment of code.

• Analyze findings from automated security tools such as SAST, DAST, and software composition analysis.

• Address vulnerabilities within designated timeframes.

• Implement secure coding practices in accordance with OWASP guidelines and relevant DoD requirements, including pertinent STIGs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a US citizen.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/NACI position.

• Bachelor's degree is required.

• Active CompTIA Security+ CE or another relevant 8570 IAT Level II certification is required.

• A minimum of 10 years of related experience is needed.

• Experience in deploying and configuring cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is essential.

• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, application refactoring, database migration, and SaaS integration is required.

• Proficient in scripting with Python, Bash, and PowerShell.

• Experience with CI/CD tools, including Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline, Ansible, and JFrog Artifactory.

• Knowledge of Git/Gitbash, Git etiquette, and branching strategies.

• Proficient in AWS services such as Elastic Beanstalk, CloudFormation, Lambda, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, and S3.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible.

• Background in configuring and securing cloud-based networking is required.

• Understanding of Docker or a similar containerization platform, including container lifecycle, configuration, and maintenance.

• Ability to deploy and manage workloads on Kubernetes, including EKS, AKS, or self-managed clusters.

• Capability to independently manage tasks within a sprint cycle.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Excellent benefits package.

• Engaging and challenging work assignments.

• Opportunities for professional advancement and career growth.

• Fully remote work arrangement.