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As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a critical role in our organization by designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines while integrating security tools to establish a robust DevSecOps environment. You will utilize your expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and container orchestration to optimize our cloud infrastructure and enhance deployment processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), container security, and modern CI/CD practices, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with development and security teams to embed security checks throughout the development lifecycle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Thorough working knowledge of:

• CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps, with a focus on integrating security workflows to enhance the software development lifecycle.
• Container security solutions, particularly AquaSec, and open-source dependency management tools like Mend, to ensure the security and compliance of applications.
• Static Application Security Testing (SAST) methodologies, specifically using Checkmarx, to identify vulnerabilities in code and enforce secure coding practices.
• Code quality analysis tools, including SonarQube, to maintain high coding standards and improve overall software quality.
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Docker environments, with a strong understanding of container orchestration and management.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation, enabling automated and scalable infrastructure deployment.
• Basic programming languages, particularly Python and .NET, for developing custom integrations and automating pipeline processes.
• Cloud environments, specifically AWS and Azure, and their respective services to effectively manage and deploy applications in the cloud.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree plus 6 or more years of programming and analysis experience (or equivalent experience)
• Relevant professional certifications
• Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Azure Monitor
• Strong documentation skills

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers and have a very strong attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple and/or unexpected deadlines in a demanding environment.

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines with integration of security tools like AquaSec, Mend, Checkmarx, and SonarQube for DevSecOps
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep for scalable and secure infrastructure deployment
• Manage and optimize Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, including deployments using Helm charts
• Implement container security with AquaSec and ensure compliance with best practices in AKS environments
• Integrate Mend into CI/CD pipelines to manage open-source dependencies and vulnerabilities.
• Perform static application security testing (SAST) using Checkmarx and enable secure code scanning
• Set up SonarQube to analyze code quality and enforce coding standards.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to embed security checks into the development lifecycle
• Use Docker or similar containerization technologies to package and deploy applications consistently across different environments.
• Deploy applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) or on-premise servers, configure web servers (Nginx, Apache), and manage domains and SSL certificates.

PEOPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the lead resource for platform DevOps activities, guiding the team in best practices and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Architect to align DevOps strategies with overall enterprise architecture and business objectives
• Mentor and train junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of DevOps practices
• Lead efforts to establish and maintain DevOps standards, processes, and tools across the organization
• Advocate for and implement automation solutions to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention in deployment processes
• Participate in architectural discussions and provide insights on how DevOps practices can support and enhance system design and implementation