Azure Devops Engineer - Must Have Active Ts/Sci Clearance

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy Azure resources such as Azure Virtual Machines, Key Vaults, and other core Azure resources using Azure DevOps pipelines
• Monitor and maintain Azure infrastructure, addressing performance issues and optimizing cloud resources.
• Implement and manage Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep
• Review, refine and troubleshoot new and existing IaC within the environment
• Design, implement, and manage secure enclave environments within Microsoft Azure.
• Ensure the stability, performance, and security of Azure enclave systems.
• Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies, ensuring least privilege access across enclave systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance cloud solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex issues within Azure environments, providing escalation support as needed.
• Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting processes.
• Azure AVD image building and rotation via automation
• Designing, developing, deploying, and managing container orchestration through Kubernetes
• Configuring and managing Azure Kubernetes Service clusters and the underlying infrastructure
• Automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications
• Provide support in assisting customers installing software onto baseline desktops using an automation first mentality (DSC or Packer).
• Partner with leadership to shape engineering strategy and innovation 
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in cloud administration and development, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Experience working in secure enclave environments and familiarity with security compliance frameworks
• Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Azure Virtual Desktop
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, or Bicep.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and other scripting languages
• Strong experience with automating the deployment of Azure resources via code
• Strong knowledge of YAML, Json, Bicep and PowerShell
• Ability to contribute to key decisions and complex problem solving 
• Ability to continuously improve development process and team velocity 
• Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI.

• Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA OR willing to relocate there (relocation packages available) 
• Must be willing to work onsite
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%
• Must possess an active TS/ SCI clearance or above
• Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status

What is Important to Us:

• You are an excellent communicator in writing and speaking.
• You have the ability to work independently but also value teamwork.
• Your problem-solving skills are excellent.
• You are looking for a job where performance appraisals occur regularly, and you look forward to advancing your career.
• You seek a community of virtue-centered co-workers and clients.