DevSecOps Research and Development Engineer

We are seeking highly motivated, self-starting Dev Sec Ops  Research and Development Engineers to join our team in the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. These positions would work out of our State College, PA, Reston, VA, San Diego, CA or Hawaii locations/offices.

ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Design and implement secure automation solutions for development, testing, and production environments
• Manage continuous integration and delivery pipeline to maximize efficiency
• Improving systems through updates and optimizations using various technologies
• Present program overviews, proposals, and technical briefings at internal and external events
• Coordinate with sponsors and team members to identify risks, issues, requirements, and design solutions for project-level activity on a day to day basis

This job can be filled at multiple levels, depending upon the successful candidate's education, and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or in an Engineering or Science discipline. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level jobs.

Prior experience/knowledge in the following is required:

• Strong experience with Linux-based infrastructures, Linux/Unix administration
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and Ansible
• Experience with version control software such as Git
• Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with logging, search, and/or aggregation tools such as Splunk, Elastic, or Prometheus
• Stellar troubleshooting skills with the ability to spot issues before they become problems
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain protocol and processes with team and management
• Well-organized, independent and ready to work with minimal supervision

Experience in the following is preferred:

• Working with Atlassian products (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence)
• Working knowledge in Java, C/C++, and Matlab
• Familiarity with VMWare virtualization tools
• Familiarity with Git Lab
• Experience with databases such as SQL, Postre
  
  QL, and MySQL
• Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and will be required to obtain and maintain at least a SECRET clearance. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Applicants with an active security clearance will be given preference. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $76,700.00 - $

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