Senior DevSecOps Engineer

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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI), is seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer in Eglin, FL. 

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work:  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.  
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first.  We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 
• 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers.  It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.  
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: 
• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success:  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable, and efficient on-premise infrastructure solutions.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated code deployment using Docker and Kubernetes, adapted for on-premise architectures.
• Implement and maintain database solutions, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra), ensuring performance and security within an on-premise setup.
• Develop scripts to automate operations and system management, aiming for the reduction of manual tasks and improvement of infrastructure performance (i.e., Infrastructure as Code).
• Conduct system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.
• Review system and application logs, and verify completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
• Research, recommend, and implement cybersecurity measures in accordance with DoD standards to protect systems and data in an on-premise environment.
• Participate in the planning and design of resilient IT infrastructure with a strong focus on security, preparing for future integration with cloud technologies.
• Collaborate with team members to improve the company’s engineering tools, systems, procedures, and data security.
• Contribute to the documentation and maintenance of operational processes and procedures.
• Respond to and resolve emergent service problems; build tools and automation to prevent problem recurrence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Proficient in using container technologies such as Docker and orchestration systems like Kubernetes, with a focus on on-premise implementations.
• Strong experience with SQL and NoSQL database administration, setup, and fine-tuning in on-premise environments.
• Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Expertise in a CI/CD environment and processes (e.g., GitLab, GitOps)
• Significant experience in implementing cybersecurity solutions in compliance with DoD security requirements.
• Solid understanding of traditional network architectures and security technologies.
• Must meet DoD 8140 certification requirements for IAT Level II or higher, IAM Level I or higher, or equivalent CSSP certifications as applicable to the role.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Prior experience in leading DevOps projects, especially in an on-premise context.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and/or Ansible
• Additional certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar.
• Awareness and foundational knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, preparing for future transitions.

Required Security Clearance:

Secret clearance accepted, but must be able to obtain a TS/SCI

Please Note:  U.S. Citizenship is required for most MTSI positions.

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