Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator

Mbi Llc; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mbi Llc is seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator in Harrisburg, PA. In this role, you will support mission-critical government systems and cloud modernization initiatives.

Your responsibilities include administering Azure DevOps and GitHub, managing CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring compliance with security best practices.

Qualified candidates will have strong Azure DevOps experience, related certifications, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Azure DevOps as both developer and administrator.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps Services and Azure cloud administration.
• Hands-on experience administering GitHub Enterprise (Cloud or Server).
• Expertise with CI/CD best practices, branching strategies, and DevOps methodologies.
• Proficiency in Git and branching strategies.
• Solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM).
• Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell.
• Experience supporting systems in regulated or compliance-driven environments.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Microsoft certifications (AZ-400, AZ-104, AZ-305).

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Azure DevOps Services (Boards, Repos, Pipelines).
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Design and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO processes.
• Document processes, standards, and operational procedures.

Skills

Azure DevOps

GitHub Enterprise

CI/CD best practices

PowerShell

Infrastructure as Code

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Microsoft certifications (AZ-400, AZ-104, AZ-305)

Tools

Azure Monitor

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Job description

We are seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator to support mission-critical government systems and cloud modernization initiatives.

Work Schedule

• Full-time role – 40 hours per week.
• Work hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding Commonwealth holidays.
• Lunch break: 1 hour (start time and duration negotiable).
• Requests to work on Commonwealth holidays or overtime require prior approval and justification.
• Partial telework eligibility: first 3 months office on Wednesday and Thursday (8:30‑4:30 PM with 30‑minute lunch); thereafter at least one office day per month (first Wednesday).
• Additional office days may be required based on workload and meeting activities.
• Teleworking resources must maintain a secure high-speed internet connection.
• Resources unable to telework must report to headquarters in Harrisburg.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Azure DevOps Services (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts, Test Plans).
• Configure branch policies, security groups, service connections, and agent pools.
• Ensure compliance with governance, auditing, and security best practices.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize DevOps workflows.
• Assist projects in reaching the Azure DevOps maturity level.
• Administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud or Server, including organizations, repositories, teams, permissions, and SSO integrations.
• Implement governance policies, repository standards, and secure branching strategies across both platforms.
• Manage RBAC, access reviews, audit logs, and compliance configurations aligned with federal identity and security requirements.
• Support migration efforts between Azure DevOps and GitHub when required.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO processes, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring.
• Design, build, and maintain secure manual and YAML-based CI/CD pipelines in Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions.
• Integrate automated testing, code scanning, artifact management, and approval workflows aligned with agency change control processes.
• Integrate pipelines with Azure services such as App Services, AKS, Functions, SQL, Key Vault, and Storage.
• Implement reusable pipeline templates, workflow automation, and environment-based deployment strategies.
• Work closely with development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and program teams to support modernization initiatives.
• Provide guidance on DevOps best practices, Git workflows, and automation strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to DevOps standards and documentation.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex pipeline, infrastructure, and deployment issues.
• Support onboarding of new teams and projects into Azure DevOps.
• Document processes, standards, and operational procedures.
• Good to have knowledge and skills on AI platform.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders.
• Commitment to mission-driven work and public sector service.
• Ability to operate in structured, policy-driven environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on automation and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Required: Experience in Azure DevOps as both developer and administrator.
• Required: Proficiency in Azure DevOps Services and Azure cloud administration.
• Required: Hands‑on experience administering GitHub Enterprise (Cloud or Server).
• Required: Expertise with CI/CD best practices, branching strategies, and DevOps methodologies.
• Required: Proficiency in Git and branching strategies.
• Required: Solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM).
• Required: Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell.
• Required: Experience supporting systems in regulated or compliance-driven environments.
• Required: Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Required: Microsoft certifications (AZ‑400, AZ‑104, AZ‑305).

Highly Desired Qualifications

• GitHub certifications (GitHub Foundations, GitHub Actions, GitHub Administration).
• Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, App Insights, Log Analytics).
• Experience with security and compliance in cloud environments.
• Background in .NET, Java, Node.js, or similar development ecosystems.