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 DevSecOps Engineer to join our technical team, with a focus on optimizing our on-premises setup. In this role, you will be a part of the team that is driving the agency's adoption of DevSecOps best practices, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our software delivery processes. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Implements and maintains continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools (such as Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube and GitLab).
• Conducts security assessments and vulnerability scans on applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments to identify and remediate security risks.
• Oversees the project’s ATO, security and POAMS process.
• Develops and enforces security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors system performance, troubleshoots issues, and implements optimizations to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Automates routine administrative tasks using scripting languages and configuration management tools.
• Collaborates with development and operations teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and automate deployment processes.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to plan and execute infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery exercises.
• Stays current with emerging technologies, security threats, and industry trends, and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Provides Tier 1 and Tier 2 level support for all incoming ServiceNow tickets.
• Works with and assists DevSecOps SME and Sr. Engineers on technical implementations as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Four plus years of experience in DevOps, System Administration, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of DevOps 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 and configuration management tools.
• Experience with Linux system administration.
• 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 team environment.
• Must be a green card holder or US Citizen who can obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Previous HHS experience is a big plus.

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: 2024-11096