Systems Engineer ~ DevOps System Automation

Invictus Inc.
Colorado Springs, United States of America
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Colorado Springs, United States of America

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Systems Engineering
Azure
Bash
DevOps
Distributed Systems
Information Systems Security Architecture Professional
Python
Key Management
Powershell
Ansible
Zero Trust Network Access
Software Requirements Analysis
Systems Architecture
Systems Integration
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Google Cloud Platform
Load Balancing
Docker Swarm
Multi-Cloud
Gitlab-ci
Kubernetes
Deployment Automation
Terraform
Docker

Job description

  • 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

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

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