Koniag Government Services
DevOps Engineer (REMOTE)
Koniag Government Services, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021
Koniag IT Systems, LLC,
a Koniag Government Services company
,
is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support
KITS
and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.
This is a Remote opportunity.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
The DevOps Engineer with a security emphasis and AWS knowledge will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud-based solutions while ensuring best security practices are followed.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Designing and implementing secure cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS
Implementing security policies and best practices for cloud-based applications
Collaborating with development teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline
Monitoring systems for security vulnerabilities and conducting regular security audits
Engaging in incident response activities and addressing security issues promptly
Automating security processes and configuration management
Implementing and managing AWS/Azure services and resources
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure security and compliance requirements are met
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited college or university
5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering with a focus on security
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
Experience with implementing security controls in cloud environments
Required Skills and Competencies:
Strong knowledge of AWS services and hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Understanding of security best practices and common security threats
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to obtain public trust clearance
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Experience working in a federal government IT environment
Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, or NIST
Experience with security assessment tools and vulnerability scanning
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification or azure equivalent
Experience with security incident response and forensics
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit
www.koniag-gs.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
Job Details
Job Family
Administrative & Facilities Services
Pay Type
Salary
a Koniag Government Services company
,
is seeking a DevOps Engineer to support
KITS
and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.
This is a Remote opportunity.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
The DevOps Engineer with a security emphasis and AWS knowledge will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud-based solutions while ensuring best security practices are followed.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Designing and implementing secure cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS
Implementing security policies and best practices for cloud-based applications
Collaborating with development teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline
Monitoring systems for security vulnerabilities and conducting regular security audits
Engaging in incident response activities and addressing security issues promptly
Automating security processes and configuration management
Implementing and managing AWS/Azure services and resources
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure security and compliance requirements are met
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited college or university
5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering with a focus on security
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
Experience with implementing security controls in cloud environments
Required Skills and Competencies:
Strong knowledge of AWS services and hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Understanding of security best practices and common security threats
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to obtain public trust clearance
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Experience working in a federal government IT environment
Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, or NIST
Experience with security assessment tools and vulnerability scanning
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification or azure equivalent
Experience with security incident response and forensics
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit
www.koniag-gs.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
Job Details
Job Family
Administrative & Facilities Services
Pay Type
Salary