DevOps Architect Engineer

MTSI is seeking an adaptable and skilled DevOps Architect Engineer located at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. Responsibilities

• DevOps Strategy Development: Architect and refine DevOps processes, frameworks, and strategies for highly secure environments.
• CI/CD Pipeline Implementation: Configure, manage, and streamline CI/CD pipelines to improve development and release efficiency.
• Automation Tools: Deploy and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform, Ansible, or Chef to automate workflows and system deployment.
• Cloud Integration: Design and implement solutions for secure cloud platforms, including AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or private cloud systems.
• Security Compliance: Ensure architecture meets DoD risk management framework (RMF) standards, STIGs, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Monitoring Solutions: Employ monitoring tools (Splunk, ELK Stack, Prometheus, etc.) to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Collaboration: Facilitate communication between development, operations, and cybersecurity teams while implementing Agile workflows.
• System Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve system efficiency, reliability, and scalability for high availability.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain architectural documentation, operational guides, and compliance materials for all DevOps solutions.

• Active Top Secret clearance (SCI or higher preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of professional experience in software development, systems engineering, or DevOps architecture, with at least 5 years supporting federal/DoD projects.
• Proven expertise in CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration technologies.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Deep understanding of secure networking, firewalls, and access control solutions in classified environments.
• Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity standards (RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53).
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and services (AWS GovCloud, Microsoft Azure Government, etc.).
• Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle complex systems integration challenges., #LI-Onsite

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other’s success, and the success of our customers. It’s also nice to know what’s going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.