KITS

Job ID 2440013

Koniag IT Systems, LLC,a Koniag Government Services company,is seeking a DevOps Engineer to supportKITSand 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.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

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

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by 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 accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

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

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