L&I: Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator
Novalink Solutions LLC•Worthington, OH
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual to support the current systems and provide guidance for modernization initiatives. We are seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator to support mission critical government systems and cloud modernization initiatives. This role is responsible for architecting, securing, and maintaining Azure DevOps and GitHub Enterprise environments, implementing CI/CD automation, and ensuring compliance with commonwealth security frameworks. The ideal candidate has deep experience with Azure DevOps tooling, GitHub administration, and secure cloud operations within regulated environments.
Requirements
- Experience in Azure DevOps as both developer and administrator (5 Years)
- Proficiency in Azure DevOps Services and Azure cloud administration
- Hands on experience administering GitHub Enterprise (Cloud or Server)
- Expertise of CI/CD best practices, branching strategies, and DevOps methodologies
- Proficiency in Git and branching strategies
- Solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM).
- Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell
- Experience supporting systems in regulated or compliance driven environments.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft certifications (AZ 400, AZ 104, AZ 305)
- GitHub certifications (GitHub Foundations, GitHub Actions, GitHub Administration)
- Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, App Insights, Log Analytics)
- Experience with security and compliance in cloud environments
- Background in .NET, Java, Node.js, or similar development ecosystems
- YAML pipelines (Azure Pipelines & GitHub Actions)
- Good to have knowledge and skills on AI platform
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams and government stakeholders.
- Commitment to mission driven work and public sector service.
- Ability to operate in structured, policy driven environments.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on automation and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Administer and optimize Azure DevOps Services (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Boards, Artifacts, Test Plans).
- Configure branch policies, security groups, service connections, and agent pools.
- Ensure compliance with governance, auditing, and security best practices.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize DevOps workflows.
- Provide extensive assistance to the projects to reach to the Azure DevOps Maturity level
- Administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud or Server, including organizations, repositories, teams, permissions, and SSO integrations.
- Implement governance policies, repository standards, and secure branching strategies across both platforms.
- Manage RBAC (Role-Based Access Control), access reviews, audit logs, and compliance configurations aligned with federal identity and security requirements.
- Support migration efforts between Azure DevOps and GitHub when required.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO processes, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring.
- Design, build, and maintain secure Manual and YAML based CI/CD pipelines in Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions.
- Integrate automated testing, code scanning, artifact management, and approval workflows aligned with agency change control processes.
- Integrate pipelines with Azure services such as App Services, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), Functions, SQL, Key Vault, and Storage
- Implement reusable pipeline templates, workflow automation, and environment-based deployment strategies.
- Work closely with development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and program teams to support modernization initiatives.
- Provide guidance on DevOps best practices, Git workflows, and automation strategies.
- Provide guidance and assistance for GitHub, GitHub copilot
- Provide technical, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to DevOps standards and documentation.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex pipeline, infrastructure, and deployment issues.
- Support onboarding of new teams and projects into Azure DevOps.
- Document processes, standards, and operational procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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