Secret DevOps Engineer

Insight Global; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure across Azure, AWS, GCP, and on-premises deployments. The role emphasizes CI/CD, IaC, and security for a DoD mission partner network environment.

The ideal candidate will bridge development and operations, lead automation initiatives, and mentor junior engineers in a hybrid on-site/off-site capacity at DISA HQ, Ft. Meade, MD.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related professional experience.
• Active DoD 8140 IAT Level II Security+ (or higher) is required.
• Cloud platforms: Azure, AWS or GCP knowledge.
• Terraform as IaC is required; Ansible experience strongly preferred.
• Containerization: Kubernetes, Docker, Helm skills.
• Scripting: Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• CI/CD: pipelines defined with YAML; experience with Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI or GitHub Actions.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain immutable infrastructure using Terraform/Ansible or cloud-native tools across multi-cloud environments.
• Build, optimize, and manage end-to-end automated deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI).
• Manage Kubernetes clusters (EKS/AKS/GKE) to ensure high availability of containerized apps.
• Establish unified monitoring and alerting using Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana.
• Enforce DevSecOps practices, IAM policies, network security, and CIS/NIST guardrails; mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with DoD partners and internal teams to design and maintain secure enclaves.

Skills

Security clearance

Bachelor's degree

DoD 8140 IAT II

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

Kubernetes

Docker

Helm

Python

PowerShell/Bash

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitLab CI

Linux

Classified environments

DevSecOps

Security+

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

DevOps/Solutions Architect certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

ARM

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Docker

Helm

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitLab CI

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a DevOps Engineer to work in a hybrid capacity with 3 days a week onsite at DISA HQ in Ft. Meade, MD. This position will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and reliable infrastructure across cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP) environment. A successful candidate will be able to bridge the gap between development and operations teams, optimizing continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to drive automation and efficiency. This position will work as a member of a team managing and maintaining multiple coalition Mission Partner network enclaves in support of the DoW community and will work with a team to design, implement, and maintain enclaves' virtual infrastructure in both AWS and Azure Cloud as well as on premises deployments. The ideal candidate has exceptional problem-solving skills and a breadth of expertise in cloud networking concepts, modern CI/CD pipeline, platform automation, and infrastructure development supporting these technologies.

Primary Responsibilities:

Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Design, deploy, and maintain immutable infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, or cloud-native tools (ARM, CloudFormation) across multi-cloud environmentsDeployment & CI/CD Pipelines: Build, optimize, and manage end-to-end automated deployment pipelines using platforms like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI to enable high-speed, secure software deliveryContainerization & Orchestration: Manage Kubernetes clusters (EKS/AKS/GKE), ensuring high availability for containerized applicationsObservability & Reliability: Establish unified monitoring, log centralization, and alert systems across hybrid systems using Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch or relevant tech stacks.Security & Compliance: Enforce DevSecOps practices, managing IAM policies, network security, and compliance guardrails (CIS/NIST)Mentorship & Strategy: Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers, while improving deployment processes and promoting a DevOps cultureOther duties as assigned.

Skills and Requirements

Active Secret security clearance.Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of related professional experience.Active DoD 8140 IAT Level II Security+ (or higher).Cloud Platforms: Expert knowledge in at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or GCP).IaC/Config Management: Experience with Terraform (required) and Ansible.Containerization and orchestration: Strong experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm.Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or Powershell for automation.CI/CD Platforms: Expert knowledge defining automated pipelines using YAML configurations in standard industry pipelinesCI/CD Tools: Jenkins, Azure Devops GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.OS Knowledge: Strong proficiency in Linux-based environments,Domain Knowledge: Understanding of classified environments, sovereign clouds, and intelligence community IT frameworksStrong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate solution.Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of stakeholders (from peers to end-users to executive management).Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) discipline.Professional-level DevOps or Solutions Architect certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP).Experience with the following:Designing, deploying, debuging and maintaining immutable infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, or cloud-native tools (ARM, CloudFormation) across multi-cloud environmentsBuilding, optimizing, and managing end-to-end automated deployment pipelines using platforms like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI to enable high-speed, secure software deliveryManaging Kubernetes clusters (EKS/AKS/GKE), ensuring high availability for containerized applicationsEnforcing DevSecOps practices, managing IAM policies, network security, and compliance guardrails (CIS/NIST)Establishing unified monitoring, log centralization, and alert systems across systems using Azure Monitor, CloudWatch or relevant tech stacks

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].