Automation Developer with Security Clearance

Automation DeveloperLocation: Tinker AFB, OK Work Type: OnsiteRemote Work: NO Job Description Gridiron IT is looking for an Automation Developer to join our team In this role, you will provide technical expertise in the areas of DevOps automation to an Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineering team supporting the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Enterprise Information Technology as a Service (EITaaS). Responsibilities The Automation Developer will be responsible to provide expertise for the coding and execution of automation test scripts, analyze user stories, create automated integration, and oversee system acceptance test cases to ensure software quality and compliance in support of a new User Experience (UX) Data Integration Platform. As the Automation Developer, you will work with the team to build an integration hub to ingest data from multiple Enterprise IT technology solutions with the goal of building enterprise visibility. More About The Role: Network DevSecOps role in the project delivery cycle migrating customers to the cloud and designing DevOps operational processes, deployment checklists, etc.Communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, sharing knowledge and insightFunction as a member of a small team tasked with developing, deploying, and maintaining a multi-tenant, multi-platform, infrastructure to provide lab IT enclavesDevelop scalable architectures using API management, microservice frameworks, PaaS, and container orchestration systems, or other applicable platformsIdentifying, analyzing, and optimizing cloud operations processes in collaboration with the Network, Platform, Database, and Applications teams for automatingWriting process requirements documents and decomposing each requirement into multiple user stories for bi-weekly sprint development cycleDesigning, documenting, developing, testing, and deploying automation tools using Git, Python, Ansible, Docker, and Jenkins in the cloudAnalyzing changes in business requirements and updating the existing documents, processes, methods, procedures, and tools to work with these changesDesigning and writing test automation scriptsUsing test automation frameworksDesign, develop and build automation solutions for Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery/Continuous Testing processesInvestigating problems in software as a result of testingGenerate log files/reports and provide analysis of the data collected for issue resolution and network performance metricsInform management in a clear, concise, and timely manner of any customer or automation related issuesAssists in the confirmation of bugs reported from outside sources, document and communicate them to the development team. Verify when resolvedAssists in the identification, selection, and implementation of software tools and technologies, and testing techniques and procedures that facilitates automated testing and quality assuranceTesting, deploying, and advocating the use of DevOps technologies such as Git, Python, Ansible, Docker, Chef, Puppet, Kubernetes, and JenkinsWriting standard operating procedures and training our operations engineers to use and maintain the automation toolsWriting process requirements, technical design documents, and standard operating proceduresRequired Qualifications Required: Ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance10+ Years of relevant experience (Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field may be substituted for 5 years of experience).DoD 8140 compliant (ex: Security+)ITIL V4 familiarization and understandingExperience with networking concepts and logging and monitoring of hybrid-cloud workloadsUnderstanding of application security patterns including web application security, service mesh and mobile security strategiesWorking experience with architecting CI/CD/CT and DevOps pipelinesWorking knowledge of at least one configuration management tool, such as Ansible, Chef, and/or PuppetExperience writing effective PowerShell scriptsExperience working with enterprise vendors such as Infoblox, Equinix, NetApp, AWS, and CiscoExperience working with a Scrum Master, Daily Scrum meetings, sprints and written deliverablesStrong critical thinking, complex problem solving, appropriate judgment and decision-making skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProven experience with Agile, sprints and DevOps concepts Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires Secret Clearance. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $65-75/hr (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.