{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5a8ca60d77924ebab80fe562","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5a8ca60d77924ebab80fe562","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5a8ca60d77924ebab80fe562","title":"DevOps Engineer","description":"hackajob is collaborating with Verisk to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team as we plan for a smooth transition following an upcoming team member retirement. This role is critical for maintaining and evolving our hybrid infrastructure, which combines on-premises datacenter operations with cloud (AWS) and containerized environments. The ideal candidate will handle both hands-on physical infrastructure tasks and advanced automation/R&D initiatives to ensure reliability, security, and scalability.This position requires proximity to our datacenter(s) in the NY/SI region for occasional on-site visits involving hardware maintenance, cabling, installations, and troubleshooting.ResponsibilitiesSecurity and maintenance:Perform hardware stack maintenance on Dell servers, Cisco switches, and cable systems.Upgrade infrastructure components and tools to maintain performance and compatibility.Monitor for threats (including tracking CVEs) and execute timely remediation/mitigation of security issues.Maintain and configure monitoring and log collection systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack or similar).Lead incident management: rapidly detect, respond to, and resolve system failures in development and production environments.Expand capabilities of security tools such as Trivy, Dependency-Track, WAF, and others.Conduct regular security audits and deliver infrastructure security training to the team.Infrastructure Development & AutomationCI/CD: Lead migration of Jenkins from Freestyle Projects to Pipeline Projects, leveraging AI-assisted approaches where applicable.CI/CD: Conduct R&D to evaluate replacing Jenkins with alternative CI/CD tools and recommend/implement improvements.Kubernetes: Perform R&D on Service Mesh integration (e.g., Istio/Linkerd) and support future implementation.Kubernetes: Migrate from Nginx Ingress to Gateway API.AWS: Develop various integrations related to AI solutions and cloud-native services.Proxmox: Configure virtual machines, create new VM images, and optimize virtualization workflows.Additional duties include collaborating with development and operations teams, automating repetitive tasks, participating in on-call rotation (as needed), and contributing to continuous improvement of our DevOps practices.Strong proficiency in Linux administration and troubleshooting.Hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud infrastructure.Expertise in Docker for containerization.Basic to intermediate knowledge of Kubernetes (including cluster management, deployments, and networking).Solid understanding of CI/CD tools and processes (Jenkins experience strongly preferred).Deep knowledge of the TCP/IP stack and networking fundamentals.Proficiency in at least one programming language at a middle / middle+ level (e.g., Python, Go, Java).Qualifications3–7+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or Systems Administration roles.Proven track record supporting hybrid (on-prem + cloud) environments.Ability to travel occasionally to datacenter facilities in NY/SI region.Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or collaboratively.Excellent communication skills for cross-team coordination and documentation.Nice-to-Haves / PreferredExperience with security tools (Trivy, Dependency-Track, WAF).Familiarity with HashiCorp Vault / OpenBao, Proxmox, Dell/Cisco hardware.Exposure to AI/ML integrations in cloud environments.Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).What We OfferOpportunity to own impactful infrastructure projects and R&D initiatives.Collaborative environment focused on security, reliability, and innovation.Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.","company":"Hackajob","rawCompany":"hackajob","city":"Holmdel","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-30T10:54:24.308Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"DevOps Engineer","description":"hackajob is collaborating with Verisk to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team as we plan for a smooth transition following an upcoming team member retirement. 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