Senior DevOps System Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior DevOps System Engineer in Georgia (USA).

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Senior DevOps System Engineer to support secure, scalable, and modern cloud-based IT systems in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. This role focuses on implementing robust DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure on AWS or Azure, ensuring operational excellence while meeting strict federal security standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, integrate security into Agile workflows, and support the modernization of legacy systems. This position offers the opportunity to lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and influence enterprise-level DevOps and security strategies, while directly contributing to high-impact projects.

Accountabilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps for secure and efficient application delivery.
• Engineer and optimize cloud infrastructure on AWS or Azure, embedding security controls such as IAM policies and encryption.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk mitigation activities to ensure compliance with federal standards (FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS 140-2).
• Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Cloud Engineers, and Release Managers to integrate security practices into Agile sprints and release cycles.
• Harden cloud environments and pipelines, monitor system performance with tools like AWS CloudWatch or Azure Monitor, and resolve operational issues.
• Support migration of applications to cloud platforms, ensuring secure architecture, seamless transitions, and post-migration stability.
• Document DevOps workflows, configurations, and contribute to status reporting using tools such as Jira, GitHub, and ServiceNow.
• Integrate emerging technologies, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) or AI solutions, into DevOps processes.
• Provide technical mentorship on DevOps tools, cloud security, and federal compliance to team members.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Active certification in at least one: AWS Solutions Architect (Associate/Professional), AWS DevOps Engineer (Professional), Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or ISC2 CISSP.
• 10+ years of experience in DevOps engineering, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity, preferably in federal IT environments.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline development, cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), and security tools such as Terraform, Jenkins, Nessus, or Qualys.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance efficiency and security.
• Familiarity with federal security frameworks (FISMA, NIST, HIPAA) and Agile methodologies (VIP Lean-Agile framework).
• Proficiency in MS Office and VA-approved tools including Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technical and security requirements and occasional travel to client sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with VA, VBA, or VHA IT environments.
• Additional DevOps or security certifications.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage, with optional FSA.
• Paid parental leave and generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with full employer contributions from day one.
• Life and AD&D insurance with optional supplemental coverage.
• Pet insurance, monthly phone and internet stipend.
• Tuition and professional training reimbursement.
• Competitive salary range: $105,000–$118,000 per year (subject to individual equity review).

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

• 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
• 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
• 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
• 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!