Senior DevOps Engineer

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps or Cloud Engineering roles.
• Strong proficiency in YAML scripting for GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, and cloud configurations.
• Hands-on experience with GitHub Actions and GitHub Enterprise Cloud (GHEC).
• Deep understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and container orchestration.
• Experience creating, managing, and deploying container images with Docker and/or Podman.
• Experience integrating Maven-based Java build processes into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Azure API Management (APIM) for API lifecycle management.
• Proven experience using Datadog for monitoring, logging, and observability.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and YAML-based templates.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
• Desired: Azure certifications such as AZ-400 or AZ-104.
• Desired: Experience with Helm, Kustomize, or other Kubernetes deployment tools.
• Desired: Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, using YAML to automate workflows.
• Integrate Maven-based Java builds into CI/CD workflows, including artifact versioning, quality checks, and deployment automation.
• Administer and optimize GHEC environments, including repository governance, access controls, and integrations.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications on AKS using Helm charts and Kubernetes manifests.
• Build, manage, and troubleshoot Docker and Podman container images for consistent, secure deployments.
• Configure and manage APIM to support secure, scalable API delivery and lifecycle management.
• Instrument services with Datadog for real-time monitoring, distributed tracing, and log aggregation.
• Develop Datadog dashboards, alerts, and monitors to track system health and performance.
• Connect Datadog with CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes clusters to provide full-stack observability.
• Partner with development and security teams to uphold DevSecOps practices and compliance standards.
• Automate operational tasks and strengthen system reliability through scripting and tooling.

Technologies:

• API
• Azure
• Bash
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• Datadog
• DevSecOps
• DevOps
• Docker
• GitHub
• Helm
• Support
• Java
• Kubernetes
• Kustomize
• Maven
• Podman
• PowerShell
• Python
• Security
• Terraform

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We are hiring a Senior DevOps Engineer to lead automation, observability, and cloud-native deployment initiatives, with a focus on Azure Cloud, GitHub tools, Kubernetes, and containerization. The pay range is $45–$50 per hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; a health savings account; short- and long-term disability insurance; life and AD&D insurance; paid sick leave where required by law; supplemental insurance options; identity theft protection; pet insurance; wellness programs; an employee assistance program; and career development opportunities. Benefit eligibility, accrual, and usage may depend on employment status, tenure, and work location, and plans may be changed in accordance with applicable law. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. provides technology staffing and workforce solutions to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprises across the United States and Canada. We deliver talent solutions in IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise. Our organization holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II certifications.

last updated 43 week of 2026