AZURE DEVOPS ENGINEER - MUST HAVE ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE

NorthHill Technology; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthHill Technology is seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer to be on-site at the client location in Lorton, VA. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and focuses on deploying and optimizing Azure resources, pipelines, and secure enclave environments.

You will implement IaC using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep, manage container orchestration with Kubernetes, and automate deployments with Azure DevOps. Travel up to 10% is expected.

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 Azure.
• Experience in secure enclave environments and security compliance.
• Hands-on IaC with Terraform, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, or Bicep.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and scripting languages.
• Knowledge of YAML, JSON, PowerShell, and Azure services incl. Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Deploy Azure resources using Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Monitor and optimize Azure infrastructure performance.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop IaC with Terraform, ARM, or Bicep; review and troubleshoot IaC.
• Design and manage secure enclave environments; ensure IAM least privilege.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to advance cloud solutions.
• Document configurations and troubleshooting steps.

Skills

Azure DevOps

Terraform

PowerShell

Kubernetes

ARM templates

Bicep

YAML

JSON

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Azure Kubernetes Service

Terraform

ARM templates

Bicep

PowerShell

Job description

AZURE DEVOPS ENGINEER - MUST HAVE ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE

• Lorton, VA

One of our clients has an immediate need for a AZURE DEVOPS ENGINEER to work full-time on-site at their client location in LORTON, VA. This position requires an active TOP SECRET with SCI level 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.

Requirements:

• 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.