Senior DevOps Engineer

San Antonio, Texas Secret Hybrid schedule Information Technology Overview GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior DevOps Engineer to support ACC/A6 efforts on efforts to rapidly insert capability into the deployable communications network and systems. This position will be located in San Antonio, TX and will be a hybrid position. Responsibilities Deep expertise in infrastructure as code, platform automation, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure. This role will own the design, build, and lifecycle management of automated deployment and infrastructure workflows across cloud and hybrid environments, with limited but relevant exposure to Juniper Session Smart Router (SSR) and SD-WAN integrations where needed. + Design, implement, and maintain reusable infrastructure as code modules using Terraform, Ansible, Helm, and related tooling for cloud and hybrid platforms. + Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines across Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins to support application, platform, and infrastructure delivery. + Develop automated provisioning, configuration management, validation, and drift remediation workflows for compute, networking, and shared platform services. + Standardize golden patterns for infrastructure deployment, policy as code, secrets handling, and environment promotion across development, test, and production. + Implement automated testing for infrastructure changes, including unit, integration, pre-deployment, and post-deployment validation checks. + Integrate logs, metrics, and telemetry into centralized observability platforms to improve performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and proactive incident detection. + Partner with Cloud, Network, Security, and SRE teams to deliver resilient, scalable, and secure platform capabilities across multi-region environments. + Develop self-service automation and internal tooling in Python, Go, Bash, or PowerShell to reduce manual operational effort and improve deployment consistency. + Support secure connectivity and network service integrations, including limited work with SSR-based environments where infrastructure automation intersects with SD-WAN operations. + Participate in operational support, incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement for infrastructure and delivery pipelines. Qualifications High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience) Required Skills and Experience + Clearance Required: Active Secret with the ability to upgrade to TS/SCI + 9+ years of hands-on experience as a DevOps Engineer, System Engineer, or Site Reliability Engineer in production environments. + Proficiency in scripting or software development using Python, Go, Bash, or PowerShell. Preferred Skills and Experience + Experience with GitOps tools such as Argo CD or Flux for declarative infrastructure and configuration delivery. + Experience supporting hybrid cloud or multi-cloud environments with strong emphasis on automation, security, and repeatability. + Solid understanding of Linux systems administration, container platforms, and Kubernetes-based environments. + Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability platforms such as Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic, Splunk, Datadog, or OpenTelemetry. + Working knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, VPN, load balancing, DNS, firewalls, and hybrid connectivity patterns. + Experience designing and operating CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and application delivery using modern DevOps tooling. + Strong experience with one or more cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP, including networking, identity, security, and private connectivity services. + Strong experience with infrastructure as code and configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Helm, and Kustomize. + Exposure to Juniper SSR or SD-WAN environments, especially where automation or orchestration is required. + Familiarity with policy as code, secrets management, certificate management, and zero-trust security practices. + Experience with platform engineering concepts such as reusable modules, developer self-service, internal platforms, and standardized landing zones. + Relevant certifications in Terraform, Azure, AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, or related technologies are a plus. + Familiarity with the following: + Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible, Helm, Kustomize + CI/CD: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins + Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP + Languages: Python, Go, Bash, PowerShell + Platforms: Linux, Docker, Kubernetes + Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic, Loki, Splunk, OpenTelemetry + Networking: DNS, VPN, load balancing, routing, firewalls, SSR familiarity Posted Salary Range USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr. Company Overview GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer? What You Can Expect Interview & Hiring Process If you are selected to move forward through the process, hereu2019s what you can expect: + During the Interview Process + Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team + Camera must be on + A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview + During the Hiring Process + Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening + Background check, to include: + Criminal history (past 7 years) + Verification of your highest level of education + Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application Employee Perks At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including: + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Corporate Discounts + Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content + Training, Education and Certification Assistance + Referral Bonus Program + Internal Mobility Program + Pet Insurance + Flexible Work Environment Available to full-time employees Our employeesu2019 unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets. Posted Pay Range The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an u201cat-will positionu201d and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Created: 2026-05-07