DevOps Cloud Engineer (HYBRID) - TS/SCI with Polygraph

Type of Requisition:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:Systems EngineeringJob Qualifications:Skills:Amazon Web Services (AWS), DevOps, Software Releases, Systems DesignCertifications:NoneExperience:10 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:Own the opportunity as a DevOps Cloud Engineer and help ensure the mission is never interrupted. At GDIT, we deliver clarity with our cloud solutions and provide meaningful work with exciting development opportunities. Your work will be an important part of transforming our clients for the modern age and helping them face any obstacle.HOW A DEVOPS CLOUD ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACTAs a DevOps Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for distributed and managed services, automating the installation, configuration, and maintenance of platform services.  You will manage system tuning for reliability and efficiency, and guide and manage software releases for new features and support users through consolidation. Occasionally perform the administrative operation of server hardware and software. Ensure system security and executes practices and procedures.Troubleshoot system related problems.Remain current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications. Recommend future direction or projects to management. Provide expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system.Operate in a skilled team environment and SAFe Agile methodology.WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.Experience: 10+ years of related experienceRequired Technical Skills: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cloud Development, DevOpsStrong understanding of DevOps and software/application development processes and methodologies · Experience with the following AWS Services: Cloudformation, IAM, Elasticache, EC2, ECS/ECR, Autoscaling, ELB, Cloudwatch (Logs, Insights, Dashboards), RDS, VPC, Secrets Manager, Lambda, Parameter Store, API Gateway, CodeBuild/CodeDeployMaintain status of operations at all times: perform after actions reporting on all outages and work with engineering teams to determine solution and root cause analysis. Present findings to management for prioritization and taskinAutomate and optimize service deploymentsEstablish and Improve system monitoring while maintaining established security protocols within development, test, and production systems.Architect, build and maintain cloud infrastructure to support team and customer initiativesEstablish job orchestration strategies and approaches, maintain and improve existing infrastructure (build out autoscaling, support new services, optimize for cost efficiencies/authentication/search, etc)Administer production, staging, test and development environmentsManage and aggregate server logs and monitor for security and system related incidents, monitor and analyze system performance, such as server load and resource usageCreate and determine required metrics for dashboards and service healthEnforce best practices for security and reliability, and drive security initiatives, like access control and vulnerability testingMaintain up to date documentation of designs/configurations, ensuring team members have continuity of recurring tasksOn-call support may be requiredExperience maintaining an operational environment and use of monitoring tools and dashboard interfaces (ie. Cloudwatch, Splunk. Elasticsearch is a plus)Experience working with container images and platforms (Docker/Kubernetes)Understanding of Git, Jenkins, CodeBuild/CodeDepoy and other DevOps/Continuous Integration, serverless frameworkUnderstanding of microservice design and architectural pattern best practicesDirect experience and demonstrated proficiency with multiple programming and scripting languages preferred Bash, Python, Java is a plusExperience with databases (Aurora, Maria db, MySQL)Integrate with enterprise authentication servicesUnderstanding of access management and security groupsKnowledge of network technologies, common infrastructure components, load balancers, firewalls, virtual and physical infrastructure design.Security Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI with PolygraphPreferred Skills:Competent to work at a high technical level on all phases of systems engineering activitiesExcellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact; effective listening skills and follow throughSolid worth ethic and the ability to work in a mission critical environmentDetail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of workProvides technical guidance and leadership to engineers with less experienceStrong problem solving and troubleshooting skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to write and use unit and functional testingLocation: Herndon, VA On Site/Hybrid scheduleUS Citizenship RequiredGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays#OpportunityOwned #GDITCareers #WeAreGDIT  #JET#ISP2024InnovativeTalent#EnhancedTechPoly2025The likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:Less than 10%Telecommuting Options:HybridWork Location:USA VA Herndon - 13857 Mclearen Road (VAS091)Additional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT 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.SummaryLocation: USA VA Herndon - 13857 Mclearen Road (VAS091)Type: Full time