DevSecOps Research and Development Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 101,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks DevSecOps Research and Development Engineers to join its Digital Engineering team in State College, PA or Reston, VA. These roles design secure automation for development, testing, and production environments and manage CI/CD pipelines to boost efficiency.

Candidates should be proficient with Linux, Python/Bash/Ansible, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and logging tools.

Qualifications

• Strong Linux/Unix administration experience.
• Proficiency with Python, Bash, and Ansible.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in a cloud/open-source context.
• Experience with logging/monitoring tools such as Splunk, Elastic, or Prometheus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-prevention skills.
• Clear communication and ability to explain technical concepts to teams and management.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure automation for development, testing, and production environments.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines to maximize efficiency.
• Improve systems with updates and optimizations using various technologies.
• Present program overviews, proposals, and technical briefings.
• Coordinate with sponsors and team members to identify risks, issues, and requirements and design solutions.

Skills

Linux admin

Python

Bash

Ansible

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Logging tools

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science

Tools

Git

GitLab

JIRA

Bitbucket

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware

SQL

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

Position specifics

We are seeking DevSecOps Research and Development Engineers to join our Digital Engineering team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. These positions would work out of State College, PA or Reston, VA. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will

• Design and implement secure automation solutions for development, testing, and production environments
• Manage continuous integration and delivery pipeline to maximize efficiency
• Improving systems through updates and optimizations using various technologies
• Present program overviews, proposals, and technical briefings at internal and external events
• Coordinate with sponsors and team members to identify risks, issues, requirements, and design solutions for project-level activity on a day to day basis

Required Skills / Experience areas include

• Strong experience with Linux-based infrastructures, Linux/Unix administration
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and Ansible
• Experience with version control software such as Git
• Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with logging, search, and/or aggregation tools such as Splunk, Elastic, or Prometheus
• Stellar troubleshooting skills with the ability to spot issues before they become problems
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain protocol and processes with team and management
• Well-organized, independent and ready to work with minimal supervision

Preferred Skills / Experience areas include

• Working with Atlassian products (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence)
• Working knowledge in Java, C/C++, and Matlab
• Familiarity with VMWare virtualization tools
• Familiarity with GitLab
• Experience with databases such as SQL, PostreQL, and MySQL
• Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA or Reston, VA, a hybrid on-site/work from home, or fully remote, dependent on skillset and location, within the U.S. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

• If filled as R&D Engineer - DevSecOps (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 2+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None
• If filled as R&D Engineer - DevSecOps (ARL) - Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science No prior relevant work experience required Required Certifications: None

Background Checks / Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $101,316.00 - $192,180.00. This salary range includes an adjustment based on required geographic work location. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.

• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Campus Security Crime Statistics

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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