DevOps Engineer

Onset is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support application development, SQL Server database administration, Windows server administration, Azure cloud services, DevOps operations, and system maintenance.This is a hybrid position. The contractor will be expected to work onsite two days per week initially and will eventually be required to work onsite three days per week. The role will support enterprise servers, databases, applications, and cloud environments across multiple NC DOA divisions.The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Windows Server administration, SQL Server database administration, Azure environments, Azure DevOps, application development, and enterprise system maintenance. The candidate should also be comfortable working directly with both technical and non-IT agency staff.Responsibilities:Server AdministrationAdminister a portfolio of approximately 15 enterprise servers supporting application, database, web, and file/print functionsManage Azure-hosted Development and QA environments and DIT-hosted Production, Test, and Training environmentsSupport externally hosted application servers for the Mail Service CenterManage certificate administration, service accounts, and security configurations across supported serversSupport Windows Server refresh and migration projectsMaintain server availability, reliability, security, and performance across supported environmentsDatabase AdministrationAdminister multiple SQL Server databases across Azure and DIT hosting environmentsSupport Development and QA databases as well as Production, Test, and Training databases supporting agency applicationsMaintain databases supporting the Mail Service Center, Motor Fleet, Non-Public Education, State Clearinghouse, and State Construction Office (Interscope)Support databases utilized by external vendors for the Mail Service Center and State ParkingEnsure database integrity, performance, and securitySupport database migrations and platform upgradesTroubleshoot SQL Server database issues and provide ongoing database supportApplication Development & DevOpsServe as an Azure DevOps administrator, managing iterations, sprints, pipelines, boards, and work itemsDesign, develop, and maintain application components supporting Mail Service Center, Motor Fleet Management, Non-Public Education, and State Construction (Interscope)Develop and maintain ASP.NET web applications and standalone utilities used across multiple divisionsSupport secure coding practices, application deployment, and application reliabilitySupport applications across cloud and on-premise environmentsCollaborate with technical teams and agency staff to identify requirements and implement effective solutionsTroubleshoot application, server, database, and deployment issuesSupport ongoing system maintenance, enhancements, and platform operationsRequirementsRequired Experience:3+ years of experience with Windows Server administration3+ years of experience with SQL Server database administration3+ years of experience with Windows Server environments, migrations, certificates, service accounts, and multi-tier architectures3+ years of experience managing complex environments across Development, QA, Test, Training, and Production3+ years of experience working directly with non-IT agency staffExperience supporting enterprise server and database environmentsStrong understanding of Windows Server administration and enterprise infrastructureStrong SQL Server database administration skillsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work across application development, server administration, database administration, and DevOps responsibilitiesStrong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersPreferred Qualifications:3+ years of experience with Azure DevOps, including pipelines, iterations, boards, and work itemsExperience with Azure-hosted Development and QA environmentsExperience supporting DIT-hosted Production, Test, and Training environmentsExperience developing and maintaining ASP.NET applicationsExperience with Windows Server refresh and migration projectsExperience supporting secure coding and application deployment practicesExperience with Azure cloud services and hybrid cloud/on-premise environmentsState government or public-sector IT experienceKey Skills:DevOpsAzure DevOpsWindows Server AdministrationSQL Server AdministrationAzureASP.NETApplication DevelopmentDatabase AdministrationServer AdministrationCloud & On-Premise EnvironmentsWindows Server MigrationCertificatesService AccountsMulti-Tier ArchitecturesSQL Server DatabasesApplication DeploymentSecure CodingSystem MaintenanceCI/CD PipelinesDevelopment / QA / Test / Training / Production EnvironmentsTroubleshootingTechnical SupportStakeholder CommunicationBenefitsEligibility:Local candidates onlyMust be available for an in-person interviewMust be able to work onsite two days per week initially, increasing to three days per weekMust be able to work at 325 N Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27603Must be comfortable working directly with non-IT agency staff and business stakeholdersMust be able to support cloud, on-premise, server, database, application, and DevOps environmentsPLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME IN WORD FORMAT