Title: Systems Engineer ~ DevOps System Automation

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Job Details:

Work independently to analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures to develop system requirements and solutions
Lead system design, development, and engineering activities, including feasibility studies and analysis of alternatives
Provide technical leadership across system integration, architecture, and implementation efforts
Design and implement scalable hybrid/multi-cloud architectures across Azure, AWS, and GCP
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI) and manage containerized platforms (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm)
Apply Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and Configuration as Code (Ansible) to automate deployments and operations
Develop scripts (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and implement secrets management solutions
Support distributed systems, including stateful services, system integration, and global load balancing
Incorporate Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles and ensure secure, resilient system design
Develop architecture documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and security documentation
Guide system implementation planning, testing, and lifecycle optimization, including trade studies
Ensure technical integrity of deliverables and resolve complex system issues
Communicate with government stakeholders and deliver executive-level briefings
Lead design efforts, mentor junior staff, and support high-risk or complex programs

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Minimum eight (8) years of directly related experience
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration (Kubernetes/Docker), and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Proficiency with Terraform (IaC), Ansible (CaC), and scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
Experience with distributed systems, automation, and secure architecture (including ZTA and secrets management)
Strong background in system integration, architecture design, and technical documentation
Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and Microsoft Certified Professional (or equivalent) certification
Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired
Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

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