DevOps Engineer

Initiate Government Solutions -posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
DC
11-50 employees
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Founded in 2007, Initiate Government Solutions (IGS) a Woman Owned Small Business. We are a fully remote IT services provider that delivers innovative Enterprise IT and Health Services solutions across the federal sector. Our focus is on data analytics, health informatics, cloud migration, and the modernization of federal information systems. IGS uses ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, 27001:2013, 28001:2007, CMMI/SVC3, CMMI/DEV3 best practices, and PMBOK® methods to provide clients with a strategy to build solid foundations to grow capabilities and revenue. Our range of IT services and delivery methodologies are tailored to our customers’ unique needs to achieve maximum value. IGS is currently recruiting for a remote DevOps Engineer to support our work with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This program is a transformative initiative by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs aimed at modernizing and streamlining access to VA data and services through secure, reliable, and scalable APIs. As a member of the team, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and supporting API solutions that empower veterans, partners, and internal stakeholders to access critical information and services efficiently.

  • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Argo, and other automation tools.
  • Automate build, test, and deployment processes to ensure rapid and reliable software releases.
  • Use tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to automate infrastructure provisioning.
  • Maintain version-controlled infrastructure configurations and enforce policy-driven infrastructure engineering.
  • Set up and manage monitoring tools such as Datadog, Jaeger, Kiali, and Dynatrace.
  • Implement alerting systems to proactively identify issues and analyze logs to troubleshoot and resolve incidents.
  • Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) or on-premises servers.
  • Optimize resource usage and cost efficiency.
  • Work closely with developers, QA, and IT teams to streamline workflows.
  • Advocate for DevOps best practices across the organization.
  • Integrate security checks into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
  • Write scripts in Bash, Python, PowerShell, etc., to automate repetitive tasks and develop custom automation solutions.
  • Implement backup strategies and disaster recovery plans.
  • Regularly test recovery procedures to ensure business continuity.
  • Monitor application and infrastructure performance.
  • Identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
  • Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, EKS, and Helm.
  • Utilize Amazon Controller for Kubernetes (ACK) to manage AWS services via Kubernetes.
  • Integrate Istio for service mesh capabilities and maintain developer portals using Backstage.io.
  • Align with and support VA Lighthouse technical infrastructure, tools, and compliance requirements.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in computer science or a related field.
  • 4+ years’ experience in software development, DevOps, or platform engineering roles.
  • Strong proficiency with GitHub, including Packages, Releases, and repository management.
  • Hands-on experience with containerization, Kubernetes, and cloud-native architecture.
  • Expertise in AWS services and infrastructure design.
  • Experience with Istio, Helm, and microservices architecture.
  • Familiarity with CodeClimate, Datadog, Jaeger, Kiali, and Dynatrace.
  • Proven ability to implement secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of federal security standards and DevSecOps practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Active VA Public Trust.
  • Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • Familiarity with VA Lighthouse tools and infrastructure.
  • Certifications in AWS, Kubernetes, or DevOps-related disciplines.
  • Prior, successful experience working in a remote environment.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
  • Matching 401K and profit sharing.
  • Paid time off.
  • Training time for personal development.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid short and long term disability coverage.
  • Education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification.
  • Employee recognition and referral programs.
  • Spot bonuses and other benefits that help provide financial protection for the employee and their family.
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