DevOps Automation Engineer

OSC Global•Fort Gordon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 2008, what started as a small business has grown into a diverse and innovative global team owned by Cook Inlet Region, Inc. an Alaska Native Regional Corporation. As a US Federal contractor, we are a dedicated IT Service Provider supporting the Departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, DoD Educational Institutions, and large corporate entities. Our expertise is in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Compliance Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Support, and CSfC. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply to join our team. General Function As the DevOps Automation Engineer, the individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing automation solutions that enhance the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of the organization's infrastructure and applications. In this role, the DevOps Automation Engineer works with various automation tools and technologies, scripting, and collaborating with development and operations teams to streamline processes and support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. This role requires on site 5 days a week in Augusta, GA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Must have and maintain Secret Security Clearance, and be eligible for Top-Secret Security Clearance with SCI
Must have a valid Security+ Certification
Must have at least one year of hands-on Virtualization experience
Extensive experience with automation tools and technologies, including Terraform and Ansible
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipeline implementation and management
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Develops and implements automation solutions using tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Creates and maintains scripts using Python, JavaScript, and other relevant languages
Develops and manages infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions to ensure consistent and reproducible infrastructure deployments
Implements and maintains CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes
Integrates automated testing and deployment processes to ensure high-quality releases
Collaborates with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications
Manages cloud and on-premises infrastructure using virtualization platforms
Monitors the performance, availability, and security of automated systems and processes
Optimizes automation solutions to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and enhance scalability
Troubleshoots and resolves issues related to automation processes and CI/CD pipelines
Works closely with development, operations, and security teams to identify automation opportunities and implement solutions
Provides technical support and guidance on automation tools and practices
Conducts training sessions and creates documentation to support the adoption of automation technologies
Implements security best practices within automation solutions to protect infrastructure and applications
Ensures compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and standards in all automation activities
Stays updated with the latest trends and technologies in DevOps and automation
Identifies opportunities for improving existing processes and implement enhancement
Participates in capacity planning and disaster recovery planning
Performs other tasks as required by OSC and the Government contracting office