Systems Engineer (Azure Pipeline) -Expert
Cherokee Federal22 days ago
Herndon, VA, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$195k - $205k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, build, maintain, and optimize Azure and cloud DevOps CI/CD pipelines across development, test, and production environments.
- Implement automated build, test, and release processes using YAML pipelines, Git repositories, and Azure DevOps Services.
- Manage Azure infrastructure deployments using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or similar infrastructure-as-code tools.
- Integrate secure coding, automated testing, security scanning, and quality gates into deployment workflows.
- Troubleshoot pipeline failures, deployment issues, and cloud environment inconsistencies through root cause analysis.
- Support Docker-based workloads and Azure Kubernetes Service deployments where applicable.
- Monitor pipeline performance, improve engineering practices, and maintain operational documentation.
- Ensure compliance with security, configuration management, and change control processes.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional partners.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph are required.
- Bachelor's degree and 11 years of work experience, or equivalent experience, are required.
- Experience designing and maintaining Azure or other cloud DevOps pipelines using YAML and classic pipeline formats.
- Hands-on experience with Azure or cloud services including App Services, Key Vault, Storage, Networking, and Azure Monitor.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD principles, DevSecOps practices, and automated deployment strategies.
- Proficiency with ARM, Bicep, and Terraform infrastructure-as-code tools.
- Experience with Git-based version control and branching strategies.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex deployment and configuration issues across cloud environments.
- Familiarity with secure development and compliance frameworks.
- Preferred qualifications include DoD or defense-sector experience, Docker and AKS experience, and integration of SAST, DAST, and dependency scanning.
- Familiarity with PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation is preferred.
- Azure certifications such as AZ-400 or AZ-104 are preferred.
- Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
Benefits
- Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), along with other possible benefits.
- The position offers an estimated starting salary range of $195,000-$205,000, with pay commensurate with experience.
- Veterans and active military members transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.