Senior DevOps Engineer – Infrastructure and Automation Specialist

About NDi:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas.

Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

As a Senior Dev Ops Engineer, where you'll play a critical role in the design, deployment, testing, and operation of our Dev Sec Ops  infrastructure tools. You'll be the backbone of our Operations and Maintenance team, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of the forensic and investigative systems that drive our mission.

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must possess an active TS clearance at the time of application, be willing and able to obtain SCI access, and pass a CI polygraph.
• This position is onsite 5 days a week in Chantilly, VA
• May require occasional travel for Program Increment planning sessions

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Dev Ops or a related field
• Proven experience with the SAFe Agile framework
• Strong understanding of forensic and investigative system requirements
• Demonstrated track record implementing Dev Sec Ops  practices in secure government environments

Expert-level proficiency with:

• Infrastructure as Code:
  Terraform, Ansible
• Containerization & Orchestration:
  Docker, Kubernetes
• Search & Indexing Tools:
  Elastic Search, Apache Solr
• Repository Managers: JFrog Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus
• Database Management:
  MySQL, Postgres, MSSQL
• Cloud Platforms: AWS Gov Cloud, SC2S, C2S
• Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Vx Rail
• Monitoring Frameworks:
  Prometheus, Nagios, Grafana
• Security & Networking: SSH, SSL/TLS, Key Vaults
• Server Technologies:
  Apache Tomcat
• Dev Sec Ops  Best Practices
• Operating Systems:
  Linux (Rocky, Red Hat, Amazon, Ubuntu) and Windows

• Data processing, automation, and ETL workflow orchestration
• CI/CD pipeline implementation and optimization using Git Lab or similar systems
• Network architecture and security in classified environments
• Hybrid cloud and on-premises solution integration
• SAFe Agile methodologies
• Security accreditation processes

• Design & Deploy:
  Architect, deploy, test, certify, and maintain Dev Sec Ops  infrastructure tools to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot & Resolve:
  Address interoperability issues across operating systems, libraries, components, and application dependencies.
• Infrastructure Management:
  Deploy and configure services leveraging infrastructure as a service provider to support robust and scalable solutions.
• Server Configuration:
  Set up and manage Linux-based servers for dynamic web applications.
• Debugging:
  Tackle and debug issues within cluster-based computing architectures to maintain smooth operations.
• Monitoring:
  Install, configure, and maintain open-source monitoring and observability tools to ensure the health of the systems.
• CI/CD Integration:
  Collaborate closely with development and security teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines adhering to Dev Sec Ops  best practices.
• Automation:
  Use scripting and programming (e.g., Bash, Python) to automate deployments and enhance system reliability.
• Agile Participation:
  Engage actively in Program Increments (PIs) and Agile Release Train (ART) activities for continuous improvement and delivery.
• Multi-Enclave Support:
  Operate within multi-enclave environments including Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret.
• Incident Response:
  Respond to and resolve critical incidents promptly within designated timelines.

At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job.

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization.

NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration…