Azure DevOps Engineer / Terraform (Remote)

GovCIO
Lincoln, NE, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$145,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Automation of Tests Microsoft Azure Biometrics Cloud Computing Code Review Cyber Security Information Systems Security Architecture Professional Azure DevOps Pipelines Kubernetes Information Technology Azure AKS Terraform
+2 more
Devsecops Key Vault

Job description

  • Design, develop, and maintain Terraform infrastructure-as-code (IaC) to provision and manage Azure cloud resources within the Summit platform environment
  • Implement and enforce DevSecOps best practices across CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, integrating security controls at every stage of the deployment lifecycle
  • Collaborate with Summit platform teams to architect scalable, repeatable Terraform modules aligned with VA cloud environment standards and governance requirements
  • Ensure Terraform configurations adhere to federal security frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST) and VA-specific compliance requirements, embedding policy-as-code guardrails to prevent misconfigurations
  • Conduct infrastructure code reviews and security assessments to identify and remediate vulnerabilities before deployment
  • Troubleshoot and correct complex problems related to on-premises systems
  • Update, configure, and manage system components
  • Optimize existing customer solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or a related field + 15 years of experience.
  • 8+ years of experience with Azure-native services
  • Demonstrated experience with Azure-native services (e.g., Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Policy, Key Vault, Virtual Networks) and proficiency in managing infrastructure state via Terraform Cloud or Azure backends
  • Hands-on experience integrating Terraform workflows into Azure DevOps pipelines, including automated testing, plan/apply gates, and secret management

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • Kubernetes Certifications: KCNA, KCSA, CKA, CKAD, CKS,
  • Experience in healthcare, finance, government, or technology environments.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience identifying workflow inefficiencies and recommending improvements.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and documentation skills.
  • Experience supporting user onboarding workflows, service intake processes, or enterprise access provisioning.

Clearance Required

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust, * A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
  • During the Hiring Process
  • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
  • Background check, to include:
  • Criminal history (past 7 years)
  • Verification of your highest level of education
  • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Benefits & conditions

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate Discounts
  • Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
  • Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Internal Mobility Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

About the company

GovCIO is a team of transformers–people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

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