Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator

Position Summary
We are seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator to support mission criticalgovernment systems and cloud modernization initiatives. This role isresponsible for architecting, securing, and maintaining Azure DevOps and GitHubEnterprise environments, implementing CI/CD automation, and ensuring compliancewith commonwealth security frameworks. The ideal candidate has deep experiencewith Azure DevOps tooling, GitHub administration, and secure cloud operationswithin regulated environments.
Work Schedule

• FT role - 40 hours per week - Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, minus Commonwealth holiday. Work hours include a 1-hour lunch break (start time and length of lunch may be negotiable).
• Requests to work on Commonwealth holidays or overtime always need to have prior approval and justification.
• Telework: This position is eligible for part-time telework. For the first 3 months the resource is required in the office every Wednesday and Thursday (8:30-4:30 - 30 min lunch). After that the in-office requirement is at least 1 day monthly (first Wednesday of each month).
• Additional days in the office may be required based on work and meeting activities and the telework schedule may be modified at any time.
• Resources must maintain a secure high-speed internet connection when teleworking. Resources who cannot telework will be required to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

Key Responsibilities

Azure DevOps & GitHub Enterprise Administration

• Administer and optimize Azure DevOps Services (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Boards, Artifacts, Test Plans).
• Configure branch policies, security groups, service connections, and agent pools.
• Ensure compliance with governance, auditing, and security best practices.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize DevOps workflows.
• Provide extensive assistance to the projects to reach to the Azure DevOps Maturity level
• Administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud or Server, including organizations, repositories, teams, permissions, and SSO integrations.
• Implement governance policies, repository standards, and secure branching strategies across both platforms.
• Manage RBAC (Role-Based Access Control), access reviews, audit logs, and compliance configurations aligned with federal identity and security requirements.
• Support migration efforts between Azure DevOps and GitHub when required.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO processes, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring.

Azure DevOps - CI/CD Pipeline Engineering

• Design, build, and maintain secure Manual and YAML based CI/CD pipelines in Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions.
• Integrate automated testing, code scanning, artifact management, and approval workflows aligned with agency change control processes.
• Integrate pipelines with Azure services such as App Services, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), Functions, SQL, Key Vault, and Storage
• Implement reusable pipeline templates, workflow automation, and environment-based deployment strategies.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and program teams to support modernization initiatives.
• Provide guidance on DevOps best practices, Git workflows, and automation strategies.
• Provide guidance and assistance for GitHub, GitHub copilot
• Provide technical, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to DevOps standards and documentation.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex pipeline, infrastructure, and deployment issues.
• Support onboarding of new teams and projects into Azure DevOps.
• Document processes, standards, and operational procedures
• Good to have knowledge and skills on AI platform

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams and government stakeholders.
• Commitment to mission driven work and public sector service.
• Ability to operate in structured, policy driven environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on automation and continuous improvement.