Cloud DevOps Engineer

Accenture PLC; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Accenture Federal Services seeks an experienced Cloud DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure cloud systems using IaC and automated pipelines in AWS.

You will develop automation scripts, ensure compliance with FedRAMP and NIST, and collaborate with cyber security for secure SDLC. Strong Linux and scripting skills required, with DoD 8570 IAT II or equivalent certification preferred.

Qualificações

• 3+ years of experience in DevOps or cloud platform engineering.
• 3+ years of experience with RHEL or CentOS administration.
• 3+ years of cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) and CLI.
• 3+ years of implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• 3+ years of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Ansible/CloudFormation).
• 2+ years of DNS/VPN/HTTPS or networking configurations.
• 2+ years of Bash/Python scripting.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement secure cloud-based systems including IaC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Build, deploy, and troubleshoot cloud-native applications in AWS environments.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform, Ansible and CloudFormation.
• Create automation scripts using Bash and Python to streamline operations.
• Ensure security compliance per NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs, and FedRAMP.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate security into the software lifecycle.
• Automate deployment, scaling, and monitoring of applications and services.
• Work with cloud-native tools to extend platform capabilities and security.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the technology stack.

Conhecimentos

DevOps

Linux admin

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

IaC

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Security compliance

Networking

DoD 8570 IAT II

Formação

Bachelor's degree

DoD 8570/8140 equivalent

Ferramentas

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

AWS

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Kubernetes

Docker

Descrição da vaga

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an experienced Cloud DevOps Engineer with excellent technical background in system administration, scripting automation, and deep Linux operational knowledge to help support our high-value clients.

This position requires designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud-based systems and applications through infrastructure such as code and automation scripting, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate possesses strong scripting capabilities, is hyper-focused on customer needs, enthusiastic, a self-starter, and dedicated to the mission.

What you'll do:

• Design and implement secure cloud-based systems and applications, including infrastructure as code (IaC) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Build, deploy, and troubleshoot cloud-native (IAC) applications in AWS environments
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation
• Create and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Python, or PowerShell to streamline operations and deployments
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements, including NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs, and FedRAMP
• Collaborate with cyber security teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle
• Implement and maintain security controls, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security
• Automate deployment, scaling, and monitoring of applications and services
• Work with a variety of cloud native tools to add capabilities and secure the platform
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues across all layers of the technology stack

Goals & Objectives:

• Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure
• Establish and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines that incorporate security best practices
• Reduce deployment time and increase deployment frequency through automation
• Improve system reliability, availability, and security through infrastructure as code
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive adoption of DevSecOps practices
• Maintain comprehensive system documentation to ensure efficient knowledge sharing
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and security best practices
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cloud infrastructure and security posture

Here's what you need:

• 3 years of experience in DevOps engineering or cloud platform engineering
• 3 years of experience with RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) or CentOS administration
• 3 years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or similar) and CLI
• 3 years of experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• 3 years of experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g.: Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
• 2 years of experience troubleshooting DNS, VPN, HTTPS, or networking configurations
• 2 years of experience with Bash, Python, or other scripting and automation technologies
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (Sec+, CISSP, CASP, etc.) or DoD 8140 equivalent

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of degree
• Experience implementing security controls in cloud environments
• Deep knowledge of AWS services (EC2, VPC, EBS, ALB, RDS, S3, EKS, ECR, etc.)
• Strong Linux system administration skills, particularly with RHEL/CentOS
• Experience with containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, Security Specialty)
• Expertise in CI/CD pipeline development and automation (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins)
• Experience with containerization orchestration platforms like Kubernetes (EKS)
• Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
• Experience with National Security systems and Air-Gapped Environments
• Understanding of network architecture: VPC design, hybrid connectivity, security groups, load balancing
• Experience with security hardening and compliance implementation in cloud environments
• Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting system implementation

Professional Competencies

• Excellent communication skills in both written and oral formats
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to interface effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to execute autonomously and take ownership of assigned responsibilities

Security Clearance

Security Clearance: Active Top-Secret Clearance, preferred with SCI eligibility. The position may require a polygraph examination.

Compensation

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for