Key skills
DevSecOpsCI/CD pipelinesCloud OneOracle-based systemsJava developmentAgile methodologiesAWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformOracle Cloud InfrastructureJenkinsGitLab CI/CDGitHub ActionsAzure DevOpsDockerKubernetesOpenShiftPythonBashInfrastructure as CodeTerraformAnsibleCloudFormationVersion control systemsGitRMFSTIGsNIST 800-53DoD 8140 certificationDoD 8570 IAM Level II certificationPrometheusGrafanaSplunkELKZero TrustCloud certificationsAgile team collaborationScrum Master experienceJavaGCPGoogle CloudGitLab CIIAMOracleGitHubGitLabVersion ControlAgileScrumKanbanCI/CD
About this role
Concept Plus is a mission-focused technology solutions provider that transforms IT concepts into impactful solutions for federal agencies. The Mid-level DevOps Engineer will support client IT systems across development, operations, and modernization initiatives, focusing on automated software delivery pipelines and cloud-based infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and support CI/CD pipelines for secure, automated software delivery
- Working knowledge of DevSecOps principles and Agile methodologies (Scrum and/or Kanban), with experience operating in iterative, team-based delivery environments
- Experience supporting and administering cloud-based platforms, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps to enable automated build, test, and deployment pipelines
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
- Strong proficiency in Java development, including integration within modern DevSecOps toolchains and environments
- Experience integrating and delivering solutions within end-to-end DevOps toolsets and practices, supporting continuous integration, delivery, and deployment
- Direct experience utilizing software testing, performance testing tools, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) within Agile development environments
- Design, implement, and support secure CI/CD pipelines to enable automated software delivery across development and operational environments
- Assist in implementing and maintaining DevSecOps pipelines across multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
- Deploy, configure, and support applications within cloud and hybrid environments, ensuring alignment with performance and security requirements
- Support system availability, scalability, and performance, including monitoring, logging, and optimization activities
- Maintain and support virtualized and hybrid cloud environments, ensuring compliance with operational and security standards
- Implement and support automated security tooling, including vulnerability scanning, SAST/DAST, and container security solutions
- Collaborate with development, QA, cybersecurity, and operations teams to enable secure, efficient, and reliable software delivery
- Support cross-functional DevSecOps initiatives, ensuring alignment between engineering, security, and infrastructure teams
- Follow and reinforce established DevSecOps standards, processes, and best practices within client environments
Requirements:
- Secret – Fully Cleared Only, must confirm clearance is active
- DoD 8140 intermediate certification or DoD 8570 IAM Level II certifications or higher
- US Citizens Only
- 3–5 years of experience in DevOps, system engineering, or cloud engineering roles
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure Government, or Cloud One environments)
- Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar)
- Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) concepts and tools
- Knowledge of version control systems (Git-based workflows)
- Familiarity with client cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53)
- Experience working with Agile development teams of 20+ FTEs and be familiar with Agile methodologies
- Prior experience working on DoD or defense contractor programs, particularly with large primes
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; master's degree preferred
- Experience serving as a Scrum Master in DoD or federal IT environments
- Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or scaled Agile concepts)
- Experience supporting DoD or USAF cloud environments (e.g., Cloud One, Platform One)
- Familiarity with Zero Trust concepts
- Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle)
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK
- Exposure to security scanning, compliance frameworks, or DevSecOps automation