DevOps Engineer with Security Clearance

Devops Engineer Work Type: Full Time

Location: Alexandria or Chantilly, VA Job Description: GridIron IT is seeking a DevOps Engineer with an Active Top Secret (SCI Eligible) Clearance. This program has an opening for an experienced DevOps Engineer to assist with the development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of mission critical systems. Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of this role are to automate manual processes currently being handled manually as well as maintain and operate new processes as developed by the CAAT.

Develop Windows automation with the use of Python and/or Microsoft PowerShell, as appropriate

Support the deployment of microservices via a DevSecOps pipeline within a Windows and Linux-based multi-tenant environment. Develop, update, and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipeline code

Configure, troubleshoot, and deploy docker containers

Review code within Git and extract/create engineering documentation as needed

Support Developer deployments

Provide technical guidance for all capabilities/microservices

Support Developer testing in the environment

Create and Maintain DevOps documentation

Conduct Security remediation as needed from scans

Basic Qualifications:

BS in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related discipline and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience.

Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills.

2-3 years of recent experience with Kubernetes infrastructure. Preferably with OpenShift or EKS

2-3 years of recent experience in Docker containers

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerShell, Python, or similar scripting languages.

Demonstrated experience administrating both Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.

Understanding of custom code development/reviews

Experience with GITLAB functionality, error codes and scripting

Experience using AWS services/technologies (e.g. CloudFormation, S3, ECS)

Experience with AWS Serverless architectures (lambda, API gateway, load balancing, autoscaling)

Experience supporting development testing

Experience with cloud-based architectures

Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and workflow

Experience developing and managing CI/CD pipelines

Knowledge of SW Development and SW Sustainment Practices

Team Collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, RocketChat)

Must have a CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Active TS/SCI Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with GitLab CI/CD

Experience with AWS Lambda and AWS ECS

Experience with troubleshooting, configuring, and deploying docker containers

AWS certification (e.g. DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect)

Linux certifications

Experience with ArcGIS or geospatial technologies

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $125,000-$160,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.