DevOps Engineer (REMOTE)

About the Company

Koniag IT Systems, LLC (KITS), part of Koniag Government Services (KGS), provides technology, professional, and operational solutions to federal government agencies. KGS is an Alaska Native-owned corporation that supports defense and civilian missions through commercial expertise, collaborative partnerships, and a commitment to serving its customers, employees, and Native communities.

About the Role

Koniag IT Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineer with a focus on cloud security and AWS to support KITS and its government customer. This remote position involves designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud infrastructure while ensuring that applications and systems follow established security practices.

You will work with development teams and other stakeholders to integrate security into development workflows, monitor cloud environments for vulnerabilities, automate security processes, and support compliance requirements. Candidates must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure solutions using AWS.
• Apply security policies and best practices to cloud-based applications.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor systems for security vulnerabilities and conduct regular security audits.
• Participate in incident response activities and address security issues promptly.
• Automate security processes and configuration management.
• Implement and manage AWS and Azure services and resources.
• Work with cross-functional teams to meet security and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of DevOps engineering experience, with a focus on security.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer certification.
• Experience implementing security controls in cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services and hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Understanding of security best practices and common security threats.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a federal government IT environment.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, or NIST.
• Experience with security assessment tools and vulnerability scanning.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty certification or an equivalent Azure certification.
• Experience with security incident response and digital forensics.

Benefits

Koniag IT Systems offers a benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Position Details

• Job Title: DevOps Engineer
• Company: Koniag IT Systems, LLC (Koniag Government Services)
• Work Arrangement: Remote
• Security Requirement: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
• Application Timing: The position may be filled before the posted deadline.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Koniag Government Services is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The company welcomes qualified applicants and provides accommodations during the application process. Candidates who require assistance may contact Heaven Wood at [email protected] or 703-488-9377.

Shareholder preference applies in accordance with Public Law 88-352.