Site Reliability Engineer – Associate/Senior Level

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

📋 Description

• Design and uphold secure networking infrastructure on GCP, encompassing VPCs, firewalls, and Interconnects, while adhering to zero-trust principles.

• Lead the deployment and lifecycle management of network components through Terraform and GitOps methodologies.

• Implement Identity-Aware Proxy, Workload Identity, and VPC Service Controls.

• Develop automation scripts in Python or Go for user onboarding, repository oversight, and system monitoring.

• Oversee and fortify self-hosted GitLab infrastructure utilizing infrastructure as code practices.

• Ensure optimal availability and robust disaster recovery strategies.

• Strengthen foundational elements against security threats and incorporate Compliance-as-Code for ATO requirements.

• Engage in the complete SDLC, including merge requests, code reviews, and automated infrastructure testing.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain or currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance.

• At minimum, an active CAC is required.

• Extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform.

• Demonstrated ability to write, test, and manage modular Terraform at scale, especially utilizing GCS backends and GCP providers.

• Competence in managing complex infrastructure exclusively via CLI and Terraform (no console access permitted).

• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and system architecture to anticipate and avert system failures.

• Proficient in using a high-level programming language such as Python or Go beyond basic scripting.

• Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect, or HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate certifications are preferred.

• Security+ Certification is desirable.

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent is a plus.

• Experience with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and container hardening is advantageous.

• Familiarity with the DoD RMF framework or experience in building systems within an ATO boundary is preferred.

• Capability to manage high-privilege access (Owner/Editor) while establishing administrative guardrails for the broader team is desired.

🏝️ Benefits

• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Competitive benefits package.

• Opportunities for career advancement.