Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute DevOps strategy and integration methodology for enterprise cloud solutions
• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, and risk analysis
• Lead supportability and effectiveness analyses for total cloud systems across multiple platforms
• Conduct functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, and requirements allocation
• Define interface specifications for hardware and software integration
• Utilize trends and metrics to identify opportunities for improvements within existing frameworks, tools, and processes
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment
• Enable rapid development and release of changes and bug-fixes on an as-required basis
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, etc.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for cloud environments
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements and security automation
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to optimize software delivery lifecycle
• Mentor team members on DevOps best practices and emerging technologies

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure, software development, and DevOps engineering
• Expert-level proficiency with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
• Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, ARM templates)
• Deep knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, EKS, AKS, GKE)
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Expert understanding of multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP)
• Proven ability to lead complex DevOps initiatives and drive organizational change
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance (minimum)
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Top Secret clearance
• Two or more cloud certifications (AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer, GCP DevOps Engineer)
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification
• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD)
• Experience with DoD Cloud Computing SRG and FedRAMP/FedRAMP+ environments
• Knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and continuous ATO processes
• Experience with GitOps practices and tools (ArgoCD, Flux)
• Experience supporting DoD or Federal enterprise systems