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# Cloud Engineer - GitLab Administrator

- **Company:** Applied Research Solutions
- **Location:** Beavercreek, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Failover, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Cisco Nexus Switches, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Cloud Services, Ansible, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab, SC Clearance, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Tenable Nessus, Terraform, Devsecops, Static Application Security Testing, Vulnerability Analysis, Artifactory, Dynamic Application Security Testing
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1013ARSS/JobBoard/d7bd66ed-d867-48a4-879e-5b0f95b51ad5/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=004143a2-92ee-48a3-acc1-f2d8202f3388

## About the Role

* Must be a US citizen
 * Active Secret clearance
 * Active Security+ certification (DoD 8140 compliant).
 * 3-7+ years administering GitLab, Artifactory, or similar DevSecOps platforms.
 * Experience managing CI/CD pipelines and GitLab runners.
 * Experience working in DoD or government contracting environments.
 * Familiarity with Azure cloud services; AWS acceptable.
 * Strong Linux administration (RHEL/Ubuntu).
 * Experience with scripting (Bash, Python, or PowerShell).
 * Knowledge of secure development practices and STIG compliance requirements.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field OR equivalent experience demonstrating the required technical competencies.

Desired Qualifications:

 * Experience with GitLab Enterprise Self-Managed.
 * Experience administering Artifactory or Nexus repositories.
 * Experience integrating code-quality, vulnerability, and container-scanning tools.
 * Familiarity with Kubernetes or container orchestration.
 * Knowledge of RMF processes and supporting ATO packages.
 * Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
 * Relevant cloud or DevOps certifications (Azure Administrator, GitLab, CKA, etc.).

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

## Description

ARS is seeking a mid to senior-level Cloud Engineer GitLab Administrator to support our DevSecOps platform in a secure DoD environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience administering GitLab (or Artifactory), supporting CI/CD pipelines, maintaining secure development environments, and collaborating with engineering teams to enable efficient, compliant software delivery. This position requires a US citizen with a Secret clearance and a Security+ certification., * Platform Development & Integration

 * Administer, configure, and maintain GitLab Enterprise (or Artifactory) environments.
 * Manage user access, permissions, group structure, and SSO/SAML integrations.
 * Maintain CI/CD pipelines, runners, and integrations with cloud services (Azure preferred).
 * Apply security best practices, perform audits, hardening, and support RMF/ATO documentation.
 * Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and plan for scaling and upgrades.
 * Implement and manage backup/restore, failover, and disaster-recovery processes.
 * Integrate security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, container scanning) into CI/CD workflows.
 * Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to support DevSecOps adoption.
 * Provide Tier 2/3 support for development teams using GitLab or Artifactory.
 * Other duties as assigned