DevOps Engineer

Oak Grove Technologies is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to research, develop, implement, and manage DevSecOps processes and tools for automating the integration and deployment of complex Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity software applications. This role involves overseeing the deployment of multiple software baselines, including custom Virtual Machine (VM) and container configurations, as well as development, testing, and deployment activities. The engineer will ensure that the DevSecOps environment supports the design, implementation, deployment, and execution of automated tests, and will explore new DevSecOps and related technologies. The position also entails transitioning new technologies and processes into the corporate DevSecOps environment as projects evolve. The role involves collecting, processing, and presenting various metrics related to build, network, security, performance, and more to illustrate automation improvements or issues over time. Additionally, the engineer will manage the migration of legacy DevOps/IA/IT capabilities to new systems while maintaining project history and documentation, and balance hybrid cloud distributions between private corporate infrastructure and public clouds. Support for business development and proposal efforts with DevSecOps expertise is also required, as well as the ability to work independently and transition between programs for support.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance, as specified by the Government's Task Order.

• Execute a range of DevSecOps functions including creating and maintaining automation deployment and monitoring scripts, developing security controls and systems, managing virtualized assets, and configuring virtual and physical networks.
• Write and maintain scripts in various languages, ensuring configuration management of work products.
• Analyze and resolve real-world problems in line with corporate guidelines, DoD DevSecOps standards, and industry best practices.
• Ensure the stability, accessibility, and correct configuration of assigned technical systems and components.
• Oversee and support networked virtual and physical machines, software applications, security controls, and peripheral equipment.
• Assist software developers, integration, and test engineers, maintaining a lab environment with cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues, analyze hardware and software functionality, and resolve problems within scope authority.
• Document and present performance records, audit and archive cybersecurity information, and update information security management systems and procedures.
• Support periodic scanning of lab machines and review and address findings such as anti-virus and application updates.

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance, as specified by the Government's Task Order.
• Proven experience in implementing DevSecOps, DevOps, or IT/Security automation across multiple teams.
• DoD Experience.
• Familiarity with cloud vendor best practices.
• Experience with VMware, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Linux, and AWS.
• Knowledge of private and hybrid cloud design, operation, monitoring, and deployment, including VMware vCenter, ESXi, Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, and AWS.
• Proficiency in managing Java enterprise web services and scripting languages for automation, administration, data collection, and reporting.
• Ability to design representative systems and conduct automated functional and performance tests.
• Experience with system and performance auditing, prioritizing tasks, and leading small technology projects.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey system-wide performance information and train others.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Bamboo, BitBucket, Confluence, JIRA), Jenkins, Puppet, and Git.
• Familiarity with cloud vendor products and APIs including VMware, CentOS/RedHat, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Azure.
• Experience with Photon OS or similar container technologies, Java or C#/.Net development, Agile development processes, and web server-side scripting.
• Knowledge of Graylog, ELK, RMF, DIACAP, and NIST guidelines.
• Ability to assist others with certification guidance and support.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Five years of relevant experience preferred.
• Certifications are advantageous, or in-progress certifications are encouraged.
  
   

  Oak Grove Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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