DevOps Engineer Jr

Spry Methods DevOps Engineer JrSpry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments.Position OverviewSpry is seeking a DevOps Engineer Jr to join our team in Quantico, VA. This team oversees the creation, deployment, and ongoing support of software applications and systems. We are looking for someone with experience in integrating third-party applications, software development, conducting regular updates, and ensuring software meets business needs and performance standards.Position ResponsibilitiesDeploys and configures services using infrastructure as a service provider (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Compute Engine, RackSpace/OpenStack).Configures and manages Linux-based servers to serve a dynamic website.Debugs cluster-based computing architectures. Uses scripting or basic programming skills to solve problems.Installs and manages open-source monitoring tools.Configures management tools (e.g., Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Salt).Architecture for continuous integration and deployment, and continuous monitoring.Uses and works with containerization technologies (e.g., LXC, Docker, Rocket).Maintains, manages, and updates current and future third-party software (e.g., COTS and GOTS tools) and ensures full compatibility, usability, security, and optimal performance.Applies updates, troubleshoots issues, and coordinates with software vendors as needed to resolve issues or implement changes.Maintains, manages, and updates current and future application programming interfaces (APIs), ensuring full compatibility, usability, security, and optimal performance.Develops, maintains, and custom software solutions when the Government determines no other solution is available to meet the LD requirements.Ensures software development adheres to industry standards, best practices, DOJ, and FBI standards for the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).Develops, maintains, and provides documentation for all software (third party or developed), to include APIs, scripting, automation, changes, testing, and user/administrator guides.Implements and maintains Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate the testing, deployment, and monitoring of software applications, when required by the government.Conducts regular code reviews, secure coding techniques, vulnerability scanning, and testing (unit, integration, system, and user acceptance) to ensure quality and performance, when required by the government.Collaborates with stakeholders to gather and validate requirements ensuring software solutions align with Laboratory objectives and user needs.Provides training and support to internal teams on new software applications and updates to ensure smooth adoption and effective use.Stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously evaluating and integrating new tools and practices to enhance software development and maintenance processes.Designs, develops, delivers, and sustains automated functional Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) processing and pipelines and validates extracted data from structured and unstructured inputs.Validates data that is extracted from structured and unstructured data sources, databases, and other repositories, using scripts and other automated capabilities to load data, logs, and queries.Advises government personnel on incremental changes that could lead to continuous improvement in products or processes.Minimum RequirementsTop Secret (TS) security clearanceOne year of experience (In absence of years of experience, certifications or past work may be used to show the level of experience needed to perform at this level.)Have experience with Scaled Agile Framework for the Enterprise (SAFe), Scrum and Kanban.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in a multisystem environment to include FBINET, UNET, LabAPP, Sensor Management System, Sample Tracking (Visi-Trac RFID), Records Management System, ADAMS Web, STACS-DB (Sample Tracking and Control System – Database), STACS-CW (Sample Tracking and Control System – Casework)$75,000 - $85,000 a yearBenefitsMedical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options- Traditional - PPO Open Access Plus Network- (2) HDHP - PPO Open Access Plus Network- HDHP - EPO Open Access Plus NetworkDental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up PlansVision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice NetworkPaid Holidays : Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidaysPaid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per yearTraining Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company matchEEO StatementAt Spry, we believe talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. We are committed to crafting a diverse and inclusive workplace that endorses engagement, creativity, quality and innovation.We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.