Koniag Technology Solutions, Inc a Koniag Government Services company
, is seeking an Engineering Manager with a Secret security clearance to support KTS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
Koniag Technology Solutions, LLC is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Engineering Manager to lead hybrid cloud architecture, data center operations, and modern technical delivery across complex federal environments. The ideal candidate is an experienced technical leader with a strong background in DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, and federal compliance frameworks, who is passionate about building high-performing engineering teams and driving continuous improvement in mission-critical environments.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:- Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing design and build engineering activities, special projects, and operational Tier-3 engineering support across hybrid cloud environments, automated data centers, and multi-cloud architectures (supporting Azure, AWS, enterprise virtualization, SDDC technologies, and container orchestration).
- Leading continuous improvement by integrating Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, automation workflows, and CI/CD pipeline oversight across engineering deliverables.
- Initiating and facilitating seamless communications among government and contract leadership, stakeholders, and technical team members using briefings, executive reports, MS Teams, and SharePoint collaboration platforms.
- Managing the Quality Control Plan (QCP), monitoring contract service levels, analyzing operational gaps, and executing technical roadmaps to drive continuous service improvements.
- Overseeing technical alignment with federal security mandates, including NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance frameworks.
- Conducting technical interviews and leading hiring decisions to build high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
- Cultivating a culture of recognition, continuous learning, and accountability to maximize retention and quality of service delivery.
- Executing and tracking administrative actions to closure, including data calls, staff management, and operational reporting.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in IT engineering and infrastructure management.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
Security Requirement: Required Skills and Competencies:- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams, mentoring senior and junior engineers, and driving DevSecOps adoption.
- Proven experience in the design, management, and administration of enterprise IT infrastructure, including hybrid cloud management, enterprise virtualization, and cloud-native containerized deployments (e.g., Kubernetes, AKS).
- Hands-on experience or direct oversight of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM) and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
- Direct experience with cloud-native observability platforms, automated security controls, policy-as-code, and enterprise SIEM technologies (e.g., Splunk, Azure Monitor).
- Solid understanding of federal IT security controls, NIST guidelines, FISMA requirements, and FedRAMP standards.
- Strong organizational, critical thinking, and technical roadmap execution skills, with the ability to translate complex business needs into technical solutions.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including government and contract leadership.
Desired Skills and Competencies:- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional).
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
- PMI Project Management Professional (PMP).
- ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
- Axelos IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 4 Foundation or higher.
