Computer Systems Engineer/DevSecOps Lead Who is Epsilon: Epsilon is an IT Services company that was founded in 2009 and has become an established leader in providing Information Technology services to both Federal Government and Commercial businesses across the United States. Epsilon is known for its solution-focused and innovative approach, aligning technology systems, tools, and processes with the missions and objectives of its customers. Epsilon's headquarters are in Weaverville, NC with other corporate offices in Greenville, SC, Crystal City, VA, and Denver, CO. We have employees in 30+ States across the U.S. Why work for Epsilon: In joining Epsilon's team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to Epsilon's business and customer initiatives, as well as influence our brand culture through people interaction and technology advancements. Epsilon invests in our employees by promoting from within and enabling employees to elevate their knowledge and skill set in their profession by allocating $3,000 annually in Professional Development funds. We also offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits through one of the largest national carriers, Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure and has a generous rollover, 11 company paid Holidays, and 401(k) with immediate contribution. Compensation: The wage range listed represents the potential compensation opportunities for this position. Starting salary will be thoughtfully determined by the hiring manager based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, education, relevant skills, and qualifications brought to the role. The initial offer could be any amount within the posted range, reflecting Epsilon's commitment to fair and competitive compensation. Where you'll work: This is a hybrid onsite/remote opportunity where you will report to the customer's location in Washington, DC and have the flexibility to work from home based on business needs. An average day: As Computer Systems Engineer/DevSecOps Lead, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end implementation, innovation, and efficient delivery of IT services for critical federal systems. This senior-level position manages DevSecOps practices, cloud infrastructure operations, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines while ensuring compliance with federal security standards. The role provides technical leadership for system architecture, automation, and modernization efforts in cloud-based environments. In this position you will: Lead DevSecOps implementation and automation using CI/CD orchestration tools to enable on-demand code releases with minimal systems team assistance while maintaining security and compliance standards Manage cloud-based infrastructure operations including setup, maintenance, networking, patch management, server and database upgrades, Extended Validation certificate management, and backup/disaster recovery solutions Direct comprehensive development activities using Agile methodologies to deliver new applications and functionality incorporating cybersecurity, 508 accessibility compliance, and application performance optimization Oversee maintenance and enhancement of CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and deployment processes while conducting testing and assisting with production deployments across multiple environments Lead system integration efforts to ensure interoperability with other customer systems and applications through API development and maintenance of proper interface documentation Manage audit logging capabilities, application performance monitoring tools, and development of reports and dashboards for business, security, and audit compliance requirements Coordinate Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) and provide recommendations for new system features, data solutions, reports, and architectural improvements leveraging new technology or adapting to changing requirements Direct mobile device application development for iOS and Android platforms and responsive website development for web-facing applications using cloud-native development practices Lead business analysis activities to gather and implement requirements including storing, tracking, and tracing all requirements to applicable documentation, tests, and work products Manage research and development activities to discover efficiencies, leverage technology advances, and support program evolution including new application development and integration with non-system applications and datasets Basic Qualifications: As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) , Epsilon will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical field Minimum 10 years of experience in systems engineering, cloud architecture, DevSecOps implementation, or related technical fields with demonstrated leadership, knowledge, and expertise Experience implementing DevSecOps practices in support of cloud and/or software development programs for federal agencies with knowledge of federal compliance requirements Proficiency with CI/CD orchestration tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms for automated code deployment and testing Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) including infrastructure as code, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud-native development practices Advanced knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef), version control systems (Git), and infrastructure automation frameworks Experience with monitoring and logging tools (DataDog, Splunk, ELK Stack), application performance monitoring solutions, and security scanning tools for vulnerability management Proficiency in programming and scripting languages including Java, Python, PowerShell, Bash, and experience with API development and integration Industry certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or equivalent cloud and DevSecOps certifications preferred Prior experience and knowledge of federal technical environments and interrelated technical environments preferred Prior experience and knowledge of FEMA's technical environment and interrelated technical environments preferred Other Requirements: Current Public Trust High required or ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. ( This is a federal contract position and requires candidates to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of Security Clearance or Public Trust. Adjudication of the required Security Clearance or Public Trust is determined solely by the government. If the government determines that the candidate cannot obtain and/or maintain the appropriate level of Security Clearance or Public Trust, Epsilon will be unable to place the candidate in this position.) Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Listed below are the physical or mental requirements necessary for the job's performance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions: Prolonged periods of computer desk work. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other computer components. Speaking and hearing are sufficient to converse and understand conversations, both in-person, telephone, and virtual meetings. The cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending. Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and the ability to communicate with managers and co-workers. Mental aptitude to respond appropriately in high-pressure situations or deadline-driven environments. Maintain a professional emotional response when working with others. Connect directly with your dedicated recruiter, Jeannine, on Epsilon's careers page. Epsilon is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. EEO/AA: Disabled/Vets. Please click here to review your rights under EEO policy. If you are an individual with a disability and need special assistance or reasonable accommodation in applying for employment with Epsilon, Inc., please contact our Recruiting department by phone or by email .
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