Azure Devops Engineer - Must Have Active Ts/Sci Clearance

NorthHill Technology•Lorton, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

One of our clients has an immediate need for an Azure DevOps Engineer to work full-time on-site at their client location in Lorton, VA. This position requires an active TOP SECRET with SCI level clearance. The role involves deploying and maintaining Azure infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep, and managing secure enclave environments within Microsoft Azure. The engineer will also be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and security of Azure enclave systems, managing identity and access management policies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud solutions. Key tasks include Azure AVD image building, container orchestration through Kubernetes, and providing support for software installations with an automation-first mentality. The role also requires contributing to engineering strategy and communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in cloud administration and development, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
Experience working in secure enclave environments and familiarity with security compliance frameworks
Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Azure Virtual Desktop
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, or Bicep.
Proficiency in PowerShell and other scripting languages
Strong experience with automating the deployment of Azure resources via code
Strong knowledge of YAML, Json, Bicep and PowerShell
Ability to contribute to key decisions and complex problem solving
Ability to continuously improve development process and team velocity
Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA OR willing to relocate there
Must be willing to work onsite
Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%
Must possess an active TS/ SCI clearance or above
U.S. citizenship status

Nice To Haves

Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Deploy Azure resources such as Azure Virtual Machines, Key Vaults, and other core Azure resources using Azure DevOps pipelines
Monitor and maintain Azure infrastructure, addressing performance issues and optimizing cloud resources.
Implement and manage Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep
Review, refine and troubleshoot new and existing IaC within the environment
Design, implement, and manage secure enclave environments within Microsoft Azure.
Ensure the stability, performance, and security of Azure enclave systems.
Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies, ensuring least privilege access across enclave systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance cloud solutions.
Troubleshoot complex issues within Azure environments, providing escalation support as needed.
Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting processes.
Azure AVD image building and rotation via automation
Designing, developing, deploying, and managing container orchestration through Kubernetes
Configuring and managing Azure Kubernetes Service clusters and the underlying infrastructure
Automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications
Provide support in assisting customers installing software onto baseline desktops using an automation first mentality (DSC or Packer).
Partner with leadership to shape engineering strategy and innovation
Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences