Cloud Ops Engineer

INflow, LLC.; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

INflow Federal is seeking a Cloud Ops Engineer to join the CORE team, delivering high-quality cloud solutions and automating deployments for DoD clients. You will maintain and enhance cloud infrastructure, with a focus on operational efficiency, security, and cost management.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in cloud/DevSecOps, a BS in a related field (or equivalent experience), and strong skills in TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Bash, GitLab CI/CD, OpenShift, and AWS.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in cloud, DevOps, or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering or related field, or 3 additional years of IT experience.
• Willing to learn cross-domain services at customer agency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve build and deployment processes using CI/CD tools to automate and optimize service deployments in development, test, and production systems.
• Integrate with enterprise authentication services.
• Maintain and improve infrastructure with autoscaling and cost optimization.

Skills

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Bash

CI/CD

DevSecOps

GitLab

OpenShift

AWS

Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/CE/SE or related

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

OpenShift

AWS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About INflow Federal - founded in 2013, INflow Federal is a mission-driven small business delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of War (DoW) and Joint Force operations across 20+ states. Our strength comes from our people - especially the Veterans who make up over 50% of our workforce. Through our Veteran Outreach Program and employee-first culture, we invest deeply in professional growth, well-being, and innovation. Known for our agility, transparency, and integrity, INflow combines real-world experience with emerging technologies like AI/ML to help our customers lead in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. We empower both our employees and mission partners to stay ahead - driving smarter, faster, and more secure outcomes.

Job Overview:

As a Cloud Ops Engineer, you'll join our Continuous Operations Release Environment (CORE) team, providing high-quality, cost-effective cloud solutions to our clients. You'll be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing our cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and customer support.

Here, your work is more than a job- it's a journey in innovation. With opportunities to work on high-impact projects, access to the latest technologies, and a culture that thrives on creativity and collaboration, INflow Federal is where your expertise can truly make a difference.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve existing build and deployment processes using CI/CD tools to automate and optimize service deployments within development, test, and production systems
• Integrate with enterprise authentication services
• Maintain and improve existing infrastructure (build out autoscaling, support new services, optimize for cost efficiencies/authentication/search, etc.)
• Manage and aggregate server logs and monitor for security and system related incidents
• Monitor and analyze system performance, such as server load and resource usage
• Apply configuration management disciplines to maintain software revisions, security patches, hardening, and documentation along with maintaining documentation and ensuring continuity of recurring tasks
• Enforce best practices for security and reliability, and drive security initiatives, like access control and vulnerability testing
• Work with A&A Teams to maintain security requirements for operation of systems
• Follow up on engineering tasks for operational solutions, and validate completion
• Participate in SAFe and Scrum development teams and meetings
• On-call support will be required

Required Skills:

• 2+ years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering or any related field/major, or 3 additional years of experience in information technology
• Willing to learn cross-domain services available at customer agency
• A working understanding of TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Bash
• GitLab CI/CD pipelines, typically centered around deploying or updating applications/services in OpenShift or AWS
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps and software/application development processes
• Understanding of GitLab or other DevSecOps/Continuous Integration tools
• Knowledge of network technologies, common infrastructure components, load balancers, firewalls, virtual and physical infrastructure design

Desired Skills

• Multi-platform integration (connecting processes and services between AWS, GitLab, OpenShift, Nexus, Self Service)
• AWS serverless infrastructure components
• Background as a system administrator
• Cross Domain engineering
• AWS Diode
• Security+ Certification
• Understanding of access management and security groups (i.e. IAM, S3 bucket, SSH, VPN, etc.)
• Ability to write and use unit and functional testing
• Experience using Jira and Confluence

Required Clearance

• Active DoD TS/SCI

$110,000 - $145,000 a year

This is the likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Certification Requirements

Most of our contracts require DoD 8140 (formerly 8570) compliance. We built8140.study - our certification training platform - to help. This helps you study for certifications such as the CompTIA Security+.

Other Notes

• Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
• If accommodation is needed with your application or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 703-594-8601.
• Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.

Citizenship Requirements

* Please note that INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Pursuant to our government contracts, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversity and Inclusion

INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.