DevSecOps Engineer

Northern Technologies Group, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The company is seeking a mid-level DevSecOps Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems that integrate with Government customer infrastructure, and working with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable DevSecOps solutions. The primary platform is Kubernetes-based and leverages Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), AWS Elastic Container Service (ECS), and Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP). The engineer will work across cloud and containerization engineering, architecture, development, and administration. Responsibilities include assessing and migrating infrastructure to cloud and container platforms, maintaining systems using infrastructure-as-code tools, applying container hardening to meet DoD and MDA standards, and developing scalable architectures for IaaS and PaaS. The role also includes integrating cloud systems and subsystems, maintaining cloud application databases, planning and improving IT systems, documenting integration processes, troubleshooting integration issues, and advising on technology based on cost, risk, and mission needs. The successful candidate is expected to have strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills; work effectively under pressure; perform specialized technical tasks involving current and emerging technologies; and manage multiple tasks at a specialist level. Locations are Huntsville, Alabama, and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Travel is up to 10%. Hours and shift are determined by location.

Requirements

At least 12 years of general full-time work experience; this requirement may be reduced with completion of advanced education.
At least 6 years of directly related system-integration experience, with a focus on DevSecOps practices or Kubernetes.
At least 1 year of experience in a management or leadership role.
Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Red Hat OpenShift.
Experience with the Coder Platform.
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Ability to develop and use exceptionally complex concepts and processes spanning multiple organizations and disciplines.
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to perform highly specialized technical tasks involving current and cutting-edge technologies and to perform multiple tasks at specialist level.

Responsibilities

Perform cloud and containerization engineering, architecture, development, and administration.
Assess project technology infrastructure and explore options for migration to cloud and containerization platforms.
Oversee system migrations and maintain systems using infrastructure-as-code utilities such as Terraform, Helm, Ansible, and Bash.
Provide container-hardening expertise to meet DoD and MDA compliance standards.
Develop and modify scalable architectures supporting applications and infrastructure on IaaS and PaaS platforms.
Assist with the design and management of organizational cloud systems, applications, policies, and strategy.
Incorporate security management and privacy requirements into cloud hardware, software, and applications.
Evaluate and identify suitable cloud solutions for projects.
Design controls and processes using available audit tools.
Maintain current knowledge of cloud products and technology.
Integrate component subsystems and ensure they function together.
Design and implement cloud-based integration solutions that meet Government requirements.
Plan, coordinate, schedule, test, improve, and maintain IT systems.
Collaborate with software developers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless system integration.
Deploy and maintain cloud application databases, including PostgreSQL, Cassandra, and MySQL.
Develop and maintain documentation for integration processes and systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues in a timely manner.
Stay current with cloud technologies and best practices to improve integration processes.
Analyze existing systems and infrastructure to identify upgrade needs and integration opportunities.
Communicate with the Government to determine optimal subsystem pricing and sourcing.
Report infrastructure capabilities to leadership and stakeholders.
Evaluate and recommend technologies and processes based on cost, risk, and mission.
Perform other job-related duties and follow job-related instructions as assigned.