DevSecOps Engineer

Overview

Work Where it Matters

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.

As an ADM employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Job Summary:

ADM is seeking a talented and experienced Mid-Level DevSecOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the security, reliability, and scalability of our software systems through the implementation of DevSecOps practices and the administration of our IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and automate deployment processes.
• Implement and maintain continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans on applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments to identify and remediate security risks.
• Configure and manage cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS) and container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes) to ensure security and scalability.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimizations to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery exercises.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, security threats, and industry trends, and make recommendations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in DevSecOps, system administration, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices, including CI/CD, version control, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of security principles, standards, and best practices, with a focus on securing software applications and infrastructure.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a higly technical team environment.
• Must be a Green Card holder or US Citizen who can obtain Public Trust Clearance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or [Register to View] (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

Job: Information Technology

Travel: None

Organization: ADM - Akima Data Management

Clearance: Public Trust

Work Type: Remote

Remote: Yes

ReqID: 2024-9043