DevSecOps Architect - Onsite

Title:             DevSecOps Architect - Onsite

Mandatory skills:

DevOps, cloud engineering, cloud-native applications,
AWS services, AWS GovCloud,
FISMA,
government cloud infrastructure, cloud technologies, cloud infrastructure,
mitigating security risks, automating processes, security posture, fostering,
Infrastructure as Code, IaC, cloud resources, CI/CD pipelines, integrated security,
logging, alerting systems, disaster recovery, business continuity plans, cloud operations,
Terraform, scripting languages, Python, Bash, CI/CD tools, GitLab,
containerization technologies, Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, logging solutions, AWS CloudWatch,
networking, identity and access management, cloud settings, version control systems

Description:

Position Description:
The DevSecOps Architect will play a crucial role in our organization''s initiative to develop and deploy an examiner workflow tool to replace and enhance a legacy system leveraging AWS GovCloud services. This position requires a highly skilled professional who can integrate development, security, and operations practices while navigating the unique challenges of government cloud infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, particularly AWS GovCloud, and a deep understanding of security principles and compliance requirements in government IT environments. They will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and efficient cloud infrastructure for multiple environments (e.g., development, testing, staging, production) of the new application.
This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks, automating processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across teams. The DevSecOps Architect will be instrumental in establishing best practices for cloud-native application development, enhancing our security posture, and enabling agile and efficient operations.

Qualifications:
At least seven years of experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or related field
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
Proficiency in AWS services, particularly within the GovCloud environment
Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices
Expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform)
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)
Proven experience in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and tools
Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)
Familiarity with monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Grafana)
Understanding of networking concepts and implementation in cloud environments
Experience with identity and access management in cloud settings
Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git)
Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., unit testing, automated testing)
Leadership experience and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration
SPLUNK is a plus
Experience working with Federal Agencies and with the NIST 800.53 FISMA standard and process is a plus
At least one of the following or its equivalent:
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
Docker or Kubernetes certifications
GitLab Certified Git Associate
GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate
GitLab Certified Security Specialist
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate

Capabilities:
DevOps strategy development and implementation
Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) pipeline management
Automated testing and test-driven development
Cloud-based infrastructure automation and configuration
Security policy development and implementation
DevOps tools and technology research and evaluation
Containerization and container orchestration
Microservices architecture design and implementation
Automation and orchestration framework design
Cross-functional team collaboration
Documentation and process improvement
System reliability and scalability optimization
Industry standards and compliance knowledge

Notes:
Onsite

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Binodh Thankappan

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
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