Operations Engineer

Cloudjobs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Colorado Springs is seeking an Operations Engineer to join our team. You will serve as the primary escalation point for the service desk, oversee Kubernetes clusters, and deploy software using AWS services in a private-cloud environment.

This role requires DoD 8570 IAT II certification, 3 years IT experience, and hands-on Kubernetes/Docker. You will collaborate with Cyber Security and Engineering to improve cloud solutions and support DevOps initiatives while

Qualifications

• 3 years of IT experience
• Tier II support experience
• 1 year hands-on Kubernetes and/or Docker
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements (Security+ or higher)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary escalation point for the service desk, tackling complex troubleshooting for applications, virtual workspaces, network and performance issues, and a variety of service requests
• Administer and maintain Windows systems using PowerShell DSC and GPO, and manage software bundles for diverse VDI environments
• Oversee Kubernetes clusters in a private-cloud setting, including maintenance, troubleshooting, and incident response
• Deploy and maintain software using AWS Cloud Services (EC2, EKS, S3, Workspaces) with proper snapshot management
• Collaborate with Cyber Security and Engineering to optimize cloud solutions and support DevOps improvements
• Analyze and support systems engineering functions for new development, enhancements, and patching per CM processes
• Automate routine tasks and maintain automated job schedules to drive efficiency
• Use Jira to track Tier 2 issues and communicate status with customers

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Linux

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Full Time

Operations Engineer

Accenture Federal Services

Colorado Springs, CO

Technologies

• AWS
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Linux
• Python
• PowerShell
• Bash

Certifications

• CLF-C01
• CKA
• Security+

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary escalation point for the service desk, tackling complex troubleshooting for applications, virtual workspaces, network and performance issues, and a variety of service requests
• Administer and maintain Windows systems, leveraging technologies such as PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) and Group Policy Objects (GPO), and manage software bundles for diverse virtual desktop environments
• Oversee Kubernetes clusters in a private-cloud setting, including ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and incident response
• Deploy and maintain both commercial and custom software using AWS Cloud Services (EC2, EKS, S3, Workspaces, and more), ensuring proper snapshot management and system reliability
• Collaborate closely with Cyber Security and Engineering teams to optimize cloud solutions and support DevOps continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyze and support systems engineering functions for new system development, critical enhancements, and patching, all in line with established system engineering and configuration management processes
• Automate routine operational tasks and maintain automated job schedules to drive efficiency
• Use Jira to track Tier 2 issues and communicate ongoing work and status updates with customers

What You'll Need

• 3 years of relevant Information Technology experience
• Prior experience in a Tier II support role
• 1 year of hands‑on experience with Kubernetes and/or Docker
• Ability to meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements (Security+ or higher certification)

Bonus Points If You Have

• Hands‑on experience scripting with Python and Bash
• Experience working in cloud environments
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Leadership experience in a relevant technical area
• Technical certifications, especially AWS Cloud Practitioner or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Comfortable working in both remote and on-site environments
• Excellent communication skills
• A strong ‘customer first’ mindset

Clearance

Must have a TS/SCI level clearance and a willingness to sit for a polygraph if necessary

Pay Range

The Pay Range For The States Of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, And The District Of Columbia, And The City Of Cleveland Is

$100,200—$203,400 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

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