DevOps Engineer III (CI-CD Pipeline Design) - REMOTE

Katmai Government Services; Anchorage (AK); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled DevSecOps Engineer to support the Navy's Learning Stack program. This role involves building and maintaining secure CI/CD pipelines while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards. You will collaborate closely with technical teams to implement Infrastructure as Code and manage containerized deployments. If you are passionate about secure software delivery and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact. Join a dedicated team that values your expertise and commitment to excellence in technology.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Federal Holidays

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DevSecOps or Cloud Engineering roles.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and cybersecurity best practices.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines within Navy-approved environments.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity engineers and software developers.
• Troubleshoot CI/CD pipeline issues during build and release phases.

Skills

DevSecOps

Cloud Engineering

Secure Software Delivery

Cybersecurity

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Containerization Hardening

NIST SP 800-53

Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

Kubernetes

Terraform

Docker

Ansible

SonarQube

Nexus

Keycloak

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Job Title

Location

ORLANDO, FL 32826 US (Primary)
US

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

SUMMARY

Support the Rating Career Domain Continuum (RCDC) Task Order under the Navy's Learning Stack (LS) program by enabling secure, compliant, and scalable continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines within Navy-approved RPOC environments, aligned with the Rapid Assess and Incorporate Software Engineering (RAISE) 2.0 standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build, maintain, and secure containerized application delivery pipelines, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity requirements, and supporting software sustainment operations across RCDC agile release trains.
• Coordinate closely with cybersecurity engineers, cloud architects, software developers, and Navy RPOC technical teams.
• Build and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines within RPOC-approved toolchains (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, SonarQube, Harbor, Nexus, Kubernetes, Keycloak).
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployment pipelines using Terraform and Ansible.
• Manage and secure containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes under RMF guidelines.
• Integrate vulnerability scanning, container security, static application security testing (SAST), and dynamic application security testing (DAST) into pipelines.
• Support continuous authorization (ATO) efforts by producing secure configuration baselines, scan results, and eMASS artifacts.
• Work with Systems Engineers and Business Analysts to ensure technical requirements align with secure deployment strategies.
• Assist in technical preparation for TRRs, FTRs, and stakeholder demos by ensuring deployable artifacts meet quality and security gates.
• Troubleshoot CI/CD pipeline issues and provide technical escalation support during build, test, and release phases.
• Comply with Navy Cloud Broker policies, DON Application and Database Management System (DADMS) requirements, and FAM approvals.
• Support Incident Response (IR) plans and contribute to Cybersecurity Risk Management (POA&M) activities.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Five plus (5+) years of experience in DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, or Secure Software Delivery roles.
• Proficiency with GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, Ansible, SonarQube, Nexus, and Keycloak.
• Demonstrated experience with NIST SP 800-53 control implementations.
• Knowledge of Navy RMF, eMASS, and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) best practices.
• Active CompTIA Security+ (or higher CSWF certification).
• Familiarity with software containerization hardening and SCAP/STIG compliance scanning.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance (generally, this requires U.S. Citizenship).
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Docker Certified Associate (DCA).
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or comparable certification.
• Familiarity with RAISE 2.0, Navy RPOC onboarding, and container signing requirements.
• Experience supporting Navy programs or PMW 240 systems.
• Experience authoring SSPs, tailoring SRGs/STIGs, and resolving POA&M items.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 25%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy. Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving. The expected driving time is less than 25%.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is expected to be remote; however, the company reserves the right to require onsite work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crouching, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds. Frequently uses hands/fingers for manipulation of keyboard and mouse. It is Katmai’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Pay range: $80,000to $110,000per year.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence.

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits Package

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Category

Information Technology

Exemption Type

Exempt

Travel

0 - 25%

Katmai Government Services (KGS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ouzinkie Native Corporation (ONC). ONC is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) formed under the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA).