AWS DevSecOps Engineer

Inalab; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health plan

401K with employer contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Inalab is seeking an AWS GovCloud (US) Engineer to join our Cloud Operations team. You will design, implement, and manage secure GovCloud infrastructure to support government clients, develop IaC with CloudFormation/ Terraform/ Ansible, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.

This role demands strong AWS GovCloud expertise, scripting skills, and adherence to FISMA/FedRAMP/DoD SRG standards. You will work in a small Agile team with on-site product owners, providing mentorship and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 2+ years of AWS cloud engineering experience focusing on AWS GovCloud (US).
• Proficiency with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with DevOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Security/compliance experience in government or highly regulated sectors (FISMA, FedRAMP, DoD SRG).
• Certifications: Security+ and AWS Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional; AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure cloud infrastructure on AWS GovCloud (US).
• Collaborate with architecture and development teams for cloud-native applications.
• Develop and maintain IaC using CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible.
• Operate and optimize CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments.
• Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Perform security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation.

Skills

AWS GovCloud

CloudFormation

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Bash/PowerShell

CI/CD

Jenkins

GitLab CI

CodePipeline

Docker

Kubernetes

IAM/RBAC/MFA

Security & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

AWS CloudFormation

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitLab CI

AWS CodePipeline

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Clearance:Must be US Citizen w/ the ABILITY to obtain Secret clearance w/ company sponsorship

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AWS Gov Cloud (CloudOne) Engineer to join our Cloud Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AWS cloud technologies and specific experience managing and maintaining environments within AWS GovCloud (US). This role will involve the design, implementation, and management of cloud infrastructure to support mission-critical applications and services for our government clients.

We are the complete Communications Lifecycle Management tool for the United States Air Force/DoD globally. You will be developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), maintaining Continuous Integration/Continous Deployment pipelines, automating security patching, containerization of components, transitioning legacy components into AWS Cloud-Native solutions., and editing components in the AWS/Gov Cloud environment. We are a small AGILE team with an experienced project manager, short sprint cycles, on‑site product owners, and a great working team environment. This will be challenging and rewarding work!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and compliant cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS GovCloud (US) in alignment with government regulations and organizational needs.
• Collaborate with architecture and development teams to design cloud‑native applications and services.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible.

Operations & Management:

• Monitor and maintain AWS GovCloud (US) environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and cost‑efficiency.
• Automate cloud operations and deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline.
• Implement and manage robust backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans within the AWS GovCloud environment.
• Perform routine system maintenance tasks, including patching, updates, and upgrades.

Security & Compliance:

• Ensure all cloud infrastructure meets government security standards, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and DoD SRG compliance.
• Implement and maintain identity and access management (IAM) policies, role‑based access controls (RBAC), and multi‑factor authentication (MFA) across all cloud services.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential risks.
• Manage encryption, key management services (KMS), and secure communication protocols to protect sensitive data.

Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 support for cloud‑related incidents, including troubleshooting and resolving issues within AWS GovCloud (US).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve complex cloud infrastructure problems and improve system reliability.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Work closely with project managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of cloud projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior cloud engineers and other team members.
• Participate in meetings with clients, partners, and vendors to discuss technical requirements and provide cloud‑related expertise.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in AWS cloud engineering, focusing on AWS GovCloud (US).
• Strong experience with cloud infrastructure design, deployment, and management.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with DevOps tools and methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Demonstrated experience with security and compliance in cloud environments, particularly in government or highly regulated sectors.

Certifications:

• Security+ or equivalent certification (required to obtain).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional (required).
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional (preferred).
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and serverless computing.
• In‑depth knowledge of AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, IAM, and CloudWatch.
• Familiarity with government compliance frameworks (FISMA, FedRAMP, DoD SRG).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with or within the Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal agencies.
• Knowledge of networking principles, including VPNs, DNS, firewalls, and load balancers.

Inalab is a diverse, prosperous and rewarding place to work. We provide our employees with competitive benefits, educational assistance, and career growth opportunities. Every employee is valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company.

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship may be required for some positions.

With our company you will earn a highly competitive salary commensurate with your skill level and experience. You will also enjoy:

• Three (3) weeks annual paid time off.
• A comprehensive, company‑paid medical, dental, and vision plan and life insurance.
• 401K plan with vesting for company added contributions.

Inalab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is an on‑site position at the AFB, Tinker located in OK.

Voluntary Self‑Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self‑identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Inalab’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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