DevOps Engineer

SCOUT Solutions • $110K — $130K *
Arlington, VA 22204In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline with 8-12 years of experience or a Master's with 6-10 years.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
  • Current Security+ certification or equivalent is mandatory.
  • Experience in Agile software development is essential.
  • Ability to multi-task and operate in a distributed, dynamic environment is crucial.
  • Strong communication skills for effective virtual team collaboration are needed.
  • Experience with distributed version control systems like Git and Bitbucket is required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Artifactory, Kubernetes, Docker, and Ansible.
  • Assist in the deployment and maintenance of Kafka and Elastic clusters.
  • Configure applications to integrate with an Elastic stack hosted in AWS.
  • Ensure application compliance with DoD security standards.
  • Develop centralized dashboards to monitor application health and performance.
  • Implement proactive monitoring and automation to enhance system reliability.
  • Optimize cloud costs through resource utilization analyses.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
  • Collaboration with remote teams across various domains.
  • Access to cutting-edge DevOps and cloud technologies.
  • Supportive of Agile project management practices.
  • Emphasis on security and compliance in software deployment.
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Develop automated CI/CD build/deployment pipelines using Jenkins (CloudBees), Artifactory, Kubernetes (OpenShift), Docker, Ansible and Bitbucket.
  • Assist with the deployment, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, updates/upgrades of Kafka and Elastic clusters and environments.
  • Configure applications to integrate network data into an Elastic (ELK) stack hosted in an AWS cloud environment.
  • Configure applications in accordance to meet DoD security standards, including DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
  • Develop, and maintain centralized dashboards and observability solutions to monitor application health, performance, availability, security posture, infrastructure utilization, and cloud spend across environments.
  • Implement proactive monitoring, alerting, and automation using metrics, logs, traces to improve incident detection, operational visibility, root cause analysis, and system reliability.
  • Implement cloud and infrastructure cost optimizations through resource utilization analysis, rightsizing, idle resource identification, storage and compute optimization, and FinOps best practices.
  • Manage enterprise certificate lifecycle operations, including certificate provisioning, renewal, rotation, expiration monitoring, and automation to ensure secure and uninterrupted service delivery.
  • Collaborate with DevOps, Security, Cloud, and Application Engineering teams to integrate security controls, compliance monitoring, automation, and operational standards into CI/CD pipelines and production environments.
  • Work with an Agile team, attend daily scrums and demonstrate working software while collaborating with a geographically distributed (remote) team.
  • Frequently communicate and collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure successful completion of project objectives.
  • Develop automated tests using Ansible, Selenium, JMeter, JUnit and/or other applicable tools.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve installation, infrastructure and system issues.
  • Proactively and independently identify, report, monitor and mitigate technical risks.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, plus 8 - 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 - 10 years of prior relevant experience.
  • An active TS/SCI clearance
  • Willingness to complete and maintain additional customer suitability screenings throughout employment
  • Current Security+ certification or higher/equivalent
  • Experience developing software in an Agile environment, including the ability to quickly learn new technologies on a rapidly growing project.
  • Ability to multi-task, self-assign work, and work in a geographically distributed team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with distributed version control software such as Git and Bitbucket.
  • Experience developing software on a Linux platform.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts of Software Engineering.
  • Strong communication skills that enable proactive and effective collaboration with a virtual team, including the ability to clearly articulate status and present to both customers and program leadership.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and attention to detail, including excellent organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to obtain an interim DoD Secret security clearance prior to start date.
  • Ability to obtain a security certification that meets DOD 8570 IAT level II or higher, such as Security+ CE or CISSP, within 60 days of start date.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Full software lifecycle experience (design, development, test, deployment), including deployment to a production environment.
  • Experience developing software in an Agile environment, including the ability to quickly learn new technologies on a rapidly growing project.
  • Software development experience with Python and Java and SQL, including integration experience with JSON/REST web services, as well as the parsing, generation and validation of JSON. Working knowledge of JavaScript.
  • Experience designing, developing and deploying software in a cloud environment (AWS is a plus).
  • Experience designing, building and deploying DevOps pipelines with Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, Artifactory and Ansible (or equivalent tools).
  • Experience designing and implementing application deployment pipelines and developing software in a containerized environment with Kubernetes and Docker.
  • Working knowledge of Git and experience with development workflows in GitHub, Bitbucket or an equivalent tool.
  • Experience with Atlassian tools, including Bitbucket integrations with JIRA and Confluence.
  • Experience working remotely with a geographically dispersed team.
  • Experience working as part of an Agile software development team. Formal Agile methodology certification (e.g., SCRUM) is a plus.
  • Software analysis and design experience, including the ability to research, analyze, select and design integrations for APIs, as well as develop extensions/plugins for existing tools/components.
  • Experience creating software design artifacts, including the creation of functional, technical, and architectural design documentation as well as test cases and installation, deployment and configuration documentation.
  • Experience leading code, document and other artifact reviews.
  • Experience developing and deploying software in a DoD environment (DISA experience is a plus), including experience building and deploying software applications that meet DoD security standards, including updating applications and code to meet security scans and meeting security implementation guidelines (e.g. STIGs).

About SCOUT Solutions

SCOUT Solutions Careers

Joining SCOUT Solutions presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovation in their industry. SCOUT Solutions, known for its robust commitment to digital transformation and leadership development, offers a variety of career paths from technology to management.

Explore Job Opportunities

SCOUT Solutions is actively seeking talented individuals for a range of job opportunities designed to foster professional growth and personal achievement. Candidates can explore positions that leverage their unique skills and push the boundaries of what is possible in their career.

Engage in Professional Growth

At SCOUT Solutions, the emphasis on professional growth is paramount. With comprehensive diversity training programs and leadership workshops, employees are equipped to take on challenging roles and make significant impacts. The company supports career advancement through continuous learning and development opportunities, ensuring that every team member can achieve their professional goals.

Experience Our Culture

SCOUT Solutions prides itself on a culture of innovation and inclusivity. The company fosters an environment where creativity flourishes and diverse perspectives are embraced. Employees enjoy a range of benefits that support not only their professional lives but also their personal well-being.

Internship Programs

For those beginning their professional journey, SCOUT Solutions offers internship programs that provide a robust foundation in industry-specific skills and real-world experience. Internships are a stepping stone to full-time employment, offering hands-on training and invaluable networking opportunities within the company.

Join a Dynamic Team

The team at SCOUT Solutions is composed of driven, curious, and creative professionals. Each member brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, contributing to a dynamic workplace where collaborative problem-solving and innovative solutions are the norms.

Hiring Process

SCOUT Solutions' hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are not only skilled but also passionate about their contributions to the industry. The process includes a detailed interview to assess fit both for the position and the company culture. Candidates are encouraged to present a well-crafted resume that highlights relevant experiences and achievements.

Networking and Career Opportunities

SCOUT Solutions places a high value on networking, recognizing that connections within the industry can lead to enriching career opportunities. Employees are encouraged to engage in events and activities that foster professional relationships and career development.

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