Cloud DevOps Engineer (TS/SCI with Polygraph required) - Red Alpha : Job Details

A little about us:

At Red Alpha, we are pioneers in shaping the digital landscape through cutting-edge cloud engineering solutions. Our dedicated Cloud Engineering Team is at the forefront of revolutionizing how businesses harness the power of cloud technology to drive innovation, scalability, and efficiency. If you're excited about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the cloud space and enjoy a workplace that values both professionalism and a sense of fun, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

Mission:

Our mission is to empower organizations with robust, secure, scalable cloud solutions that accelerate their digital transformation journey. We strive to be the catalyst for businesses looking to leverage the full potential of cloud computing, enabling them to stay agile, competitive, and future-ready.

Expertise:

Our Cloud Engineering Team comprises seasoned professionals with a wealth of experience in architecting, deploying, and optimizing cloud infrastructures. From public and private cloud solutions to hybrid environments, we specialize in tailoring cloud strategies that align with our client's unique needs and business objectives.

A day in the life:

As a Cloud Engineer at our fun and innovative company, we're looking for individuals who bring a passion for cloud technologies and a commitment to excellence. Your ability to design scalable and secure cloud architectures and hands-on experience in implementation and deployment will be crucial. We value individuals who stay current with industry trends, continuously seek to expand their knowledge, and are adept at troubleshooting complex issues. Effective communication and a collaborative spirit are key, as you'll be working closely with cross-functional teams and contributing to the vibrant and inclusive culture of our organization.

For this particular role, we're looking for a Cloud DevOps Engineer to join a mission critical team assessing internal and external threats to our Customer's enterprise networks. Collectively, this team identifies and assesses threats, orchestrates responses, builds tools, and develops threat intelligence through cross-functional collaboration.

As the Cloud DevOps Engineer, you will primarily:

Create, administer and deploy AWS resources and infrastructure. Key technologies include ArgoCD, K9s, Kubectl, Helm charts, Docker, GitLab, YAML Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) and cloud-custodian.

Create, administer and deploy AWS resources within the customer's C2E environment. Key technologies include EC2, S3, RDS, Security Groups, IAM, EBS, Terraform and Ansible.

Manage TLS certificates via ACME with the customer service provider using cert-manager and ACME.

Provide minimal end-user technical support to various customer teams.

What you bring to the table:

All of our cloud engineers need the following skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Oracle, or Google Cloud.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.

For this particular role, you will also need:

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in devops, systems administration, and/or software engineering.
• Four (4) years of experience working with systems utilizing cloud-related technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field OR 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience working with Linux, AWS/C2E, and Git.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes terminology and basic workings.
• One or more of the following certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer, Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
• A TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.

These are important skills to have, but not necessarily mandatory:

• CompTIA Security+ certification.

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

Salary Range:

Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself. Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forget free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in addition to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through the grind to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!

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