DevOps Systems Engineer

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Systems Engineer to support the design, automation, deployment, and maintenance of modern cloud-based platforms and mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate brings strong AWS knowledge, hands-on CI/CD experience, and a deep understanding of containerized environments and DevOps best practices.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and support cloud-based infrastructure and application environmentsBuild, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, security, and deployment processesDevelop and maintain infrastructure-as-code to ensure reliable and consistent deploymentsEnhance platform observability through monitoring, logging, alerting, and troubleshootingSupport container orchestration platforms, Kubernetes clusters, and associated toolingCollaborate across development, security, and operations teams to improve platform resilience and performanceMaintain strong version control discipline across all code repositories RequirementsActive TS/SCI FSP ClearanceTechnical bachelor's degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field)5+ years of relevant professional experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or systems engineeringAWS Cloud PlatformFoundational-to-intermediate experience using AWS Console and CLI, with working knowledge of: SNS, SQS, API Gateway, CloudWatch Logs, CloudTrail, CloudFormation (CFN), Step Functions, Route 53, DynamoDB,EBS, EFS, S3, EC2, Lambda, ECR, ECS, EKS, KMS, IAM, Secrets ManagerCI/CD & AutomationHands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline development and maintenanceFamiliarity with tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Argo Workflows, or similarAbility to integrate automated testing, scanning, and deployment orchestrationContainerization & OrchestrationStrong experience with Docker/PodmanExpert understanding of Kubernetes (EKS or on-prem)Familiarity with:Argo CD (GitOps deployment)HelmIstio service meshKeycloak for identity and access managementVersion Control & DevOps PracticesStrong understanding of Git workflows, branching strategies, and code review best practicesExperience working within automation-driven DevOps environmentsAbility to document architectures, processes, and operational runbooks About Us For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients' toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ