DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer

Company: ALTA IT Services
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: March 20, 2025

Job Description:

ALTA IT has a Direct Hire position open for a DevOps/Kubernetes Engineer.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

Chantilly, VA 20151 or Alexandria, VA
Top Secret clearance required to start on program. Must be willing to sit for CI Poly.
Sec+ required

We have an opening for an experienced DevOps Engineer to assist with the development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of mission critical systems.
Primary Responsibilities: The responsibilities of this role are to automate manual processes currently being handled manually as well as maintain and operate new processes as developed by the CAAT.
Develop Windows automation with the use of Python and/or Microsoft PowerShell, as appropriate
Support the deployment of microservices via a DevSecOps pipeline within a Windows and Linux-based multi-tenant environment.
Develop, update, and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipeline code
Configure, troubleshoot, and deploy docker containers
Review code within Git and extract/create engineering documentation as needed
Support Developer deployments
Provide technical guidance for all capabilities/microservices
Support Developer testing in the environment
Create and Maintain DevOps documentation
Conduct Security remediation as needed from scans

Basic Qualifications: Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills.
2-3 years of recent experience with Kubernetes infrastructure. Preferably with OpenShift or EKS
2-3 years of recent experience in Docker containers
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerShell, Python, or similar scripting languages.
Demonstrated experience administrating both Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.
Understanding of custom code development/reviews
Experience with GITLAB functionality, error codes and scripting
Experience using AWS services/technologies (e.g. CloudFormation, S3, ECS)
Experience with AWS Serverless architectures (lambda, API gateway, load balancing, autoscaling)
Experience supporting development testing
Experience with cloud-based architectures
Understanding of DevSecOps methodologies and workflow
Experience developing and managing CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of SW Development and SW Sustainment Practices
Team Collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, RocketChat)
Must have a CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI post hire
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Typically requires a BS in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related discipline and 4+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
Active Top Secret

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with GitLab CI/CD
Experience with AWS Lambda and AWS ECS
Experience with troubleshooting, configuring, and deploying docker containers
AWS certification (e.g. DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect)
Linux certifications
Experience with ArcGIS or geospatial technologies

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