DevOps Engineer

About the role

Trace Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineer to modernize EACN network and systems workflows through automation. The engineer will build and sustain automation tools, CI/CD capabilities, lab environments, and Python integrations that improve reliability and reduce manual effort.

The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and remove repetitive operational toil through automation.
• Advocate for modern engineering practices and help teams transition legacy workflows.
• Create and maintain network and systems automation tools.
• Automate provisioning and upgrades of network routers and switches.
• Maintain and improve the network CI/CD pipeline using GitLab CI and EVE-NG.
• Develop ad hoc Python scripts that interact with network APIs.
• Automate lab environments and maintain development, test, and production environments.
• Assist network and systems engineers with daily workflows, testing, troubleshooting, and controlled deployments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role.
• DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 632 Systems Developer, Proficiency Level: Intermediate; and may qualify through education, military training, certifications, or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying credentials include a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
• Qualifying certifications may include CSSLP, GCLD, GSEC, other DoD 8140-approved certifications.
• Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force, installation, and program security requirements.
• 3+ years of DevOps, network automation, software development, or infrastructure engineering experience.
• Current Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
• DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position, or ability to obtain it within six months.
• Experience with Python, Git, GitLab CI/CD, network APIs, infrastructure automation, and test environments.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with EVE-NG, Cisco platforms, Ansible, automated testing, configuration management, EACN, or A2G2.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices in classified or DoD environments.
• Prior military service or experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force customers.
• Experience supporting mission-essential communications in distributed, multi-site environments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or a related field preferred.

Pay

Salary Minimum: $90,000 | Salary Maximum: $115,000

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee wellness program
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Company holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)