Cloud Operations Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Gridiron IT Solutions is seeking a Cloud Operations Engineer to support a DOD/ Federal Program in the DC/Metro area. This position has hybrid flexibility in Northern, VA. Responsible for fulfilling Tier 1-3 Tenant requests to include provisioning Tenant VPCs, configuring roles, and addressing tenant access requests. Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology related area of study
• 3+ years' experience implementing security principles and administering IT systems. 6 years of experience administering IT systems may substitute for academic degree • 3+ years experience with programming, scripting, or markup languages, that may include golang, Bash, Ansible, Puppet, Salt, Python, XML, JSON, or YAML. • 1+ year experience with provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of software and infrastructure-as-code in a DevSecOps and continuous delivery environment using tools such as terraform • 3+ years' experience with Linux operating systems, containers, AWS, monitoring network availability and performing necessary maintenance to support network availability and network security measures. • Compliance with DoDD 8570.01-M IA certifications; IAT Level II baseline and computing environment certifications such as Security + and an AWS certification within 30 days of start Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires a TS/SCI clearance to start. Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

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