Trilogy FederalTF

DevOps Engineer/Security Specialist

Trilogy Federal, LLC is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) providing financial management and information technology consulting services to the Federal government. They specialize in performance transformation, program management, and systems integration.

Trilogy Federal

Employee count: 51-200

Salary: 90k-105k USD

United States only
Trilogy Federal provides financial management, information technology (IT) consulting, program management services, and strategic consulting to federal agencies. Trilogy has an extensive history helping federal clients achieve their most ambitious business modernization and optimization goals with the ability to deliver targeted subject matter expertise and full life cycle support.
Trilogy Federal is seeking a DevOps Engineer/Security Specialist to support Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will be a versatile technical expert with a dual focus on DevOps engineering and cybersecurity, excelling in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment. This role requires a collaborative, detail-oriented professional to join our team, implementing secure, scalable cloud-based solutions and DevOps processes to modernize VA corporate IT systems, including legacy applications and DevSecOps initiatives.
The selected DevOps Engineer/Security Specialist must hold at least one of the following active certifications: AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), AWS DevOps Engineer (Professional), Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). This position will ensure the integration of robust security practices within DevOps workflows, aligning with VA’s Veteran-focused Integration Process (VIP) Lean-Agile framework and stringent federal security standards.
Please note this position is contingent upon award (Q2/Q3 2025), and may require occasional customer site visits in D.C.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintainContinuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps, ensuring secure and efficient delivery of VA corporate IT applications.
  • Engineer cloud infrastructure on AWS or Azure platforms, optimizing for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency while embedding security controls (e.g., encryption, IAM policies) to meet VA requirements.
  • Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk mitigation activities, ensuring compliance with VA security standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS 140-2) across development and deployment processes.
  • Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Cloud Engineers, and Release Managers to integrate security practices into Agile sprints and release cycles, supporting legacy system sustainment and DevSecOps modernization.
  • Harden cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines against threats, implementing monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor) and security best practices to protect VA systems and data.
  • Support the migration of VA applications to cloud platforms, ensuring secure architecture design, seamless transitions, and post-migration stability.
  • Utilize VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow) to document DevOps workflows, security configurations, and contribute to Biweekly Status Reports on pipeline status and security posture.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve DevOps and security-related issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring high availability for VA corporate services and end-users.
  • Integrate emerging technologies, such as containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) or Artificial Intelligence (AI), into DevOps processes, aligning with VA OIT’s modernization goals.
  • Work with VA stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Information Security Officer (ISO), to address security requirements and deliver exceptional customer outcomes.
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship to team members on DevOps tools, cloud security practices, and federal compliance, contributing to Trilogy’s staff development initiatives.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives) to align DevOps and security efforts with team deliverables and the VIP Lean-Agile framework.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • One of the following certifications required: AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), AWS DevOps Engineer (Professional), Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • 5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity, with a focus on federal or VA IT environments.
  • Proven expertise in CI/CD pipeline development, cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), and security implementation, with hands-on experience using tools like Terraform, Jenkins, and security scanners (e.g., Nessus, Qualys).
  • Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to balance DevOps efficiency with robust security in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
  • Familiarity with VA security standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST, HIPAA) and the VIP Lean-Agile framework is highly desirable.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) and VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow).
  • Ability to adapt to evolving technical and security requirements and travel occasionally to VA sites in Washington, D.C., as needed.
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s preferred
  • Additional DevOps or security certifications preferred.

Benefits (including but not limited to):

  • Health, dental, and vision plans
  • Optional FSA
  • Paid parental leave
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions 100% vested from day 1
  • Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
  • No cost group term life/ADD plan, and optional supplemental coverage
  • Pet insurance
  • Monthly phone and internet stipend
  • Tuition and training reimbursement
Regarding remote positions, Trilogy Federal is able to offer virtual employment in the following states: Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.
Trilogy Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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We are Trilogy Federal, LLC, a Management and IT consulting firm established in 2009. As a verified service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), we are dedicated to serving the Federal government with our core capabilities in Performance Transformation, Program Management, Financial Management, Healthcare and Benefits Delivery, Systems Integration, Information Technology, and Data Analytics. Our roots are in helping Federal clients achieve their most ambitious business modernization and optimization goals. We pride ourselves on our extensive and distinctive history of assisting these clients in reaching their financial management objectives. Our professional staff is a key part of our success, specializing in federal financial management and holding various relevant certifications, including Program Management Professional (PMP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).

At Trilogy, we offer a comprehensive suite of services, whether it's full system development life cycle support or targeted subject matter expert assistance. We have a proven track record of successful implementations for agencies both large and small. Our approach is centered on focused delivery excellence, and we strive to be leaders in Program Management and Enterprise Modernization. We achieve this by rapidly improving our clients' performance through tailored approaches and proven methodologies. Since our inception, we've been committed to assisting our federal partners in migrating to new financial management systems or enhancing existing ones to meet new requirements. We understand that ultimate success lies in the data. That's why we utilize industry-leading Business Intelligence and Business Performance Management tools to assess the overall effectiveness of financial business operations and to produce timely, reliable, and value-added financial reporting. Our goal is to provide our clients with a flexible and comprehensive approach to financial management, always aiming for fiscal compliance and audit readiness. We begin by assessing the financial management solution and determining its effectiveness in capturing functional business requirements and meeting agency reporting requirements. We are passionate about supporting our clients and delivering excellence in every project we undertake.

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