DevOps Engineer

Job Title: DevOps Engineer

Location: Scott AFB Illinois

Trace Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineer to modernize EACN network and systems workflows through automation. The engineer will build and sustain automation tools CI/CD capabilities lab environments and Python integrations that improve reliability and reduce manual effort.The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and remove repetitive operational toil through automation.
• Advocate for modern engineering practices and help teams transition legacy workflows.
• Create and maintain network and systems automation tools.
• Automate provisioning and upgrades of network routers and switches.
• Maintain and improve the network CI/CD pipeline using GitLab CI and EVE-NG.
• Develop ad hoc Python scripts that interact with network APIs.
• Automate lab environments and maintain development test and production environments.
• Assist network and systems engineers with daily workflows testing troubleshooting and controlled deployments.

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency requirements the following compensation information is provided for this position. The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum compensation Trace reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to location experience qualifications skills and performance.

Salary Minimum: $90000
Salary Maximum: $115000

Trace provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which may include health insurance coverage flexible spending accounts an employee wellness program life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan company holidays and paid time off (PTO).

• Active in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 632 Systems Developer Proficiency Level: Intermediate; and may qualify through education military training certifications or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CSSLP GCLD GSEC other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force installation and program security requirements.
• 3 years of DevOps network automation software development or infrastructure engineering experience.
• Current Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
• DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position or ability to obtain it within six months.
• Experience with Python Git GitLab CI/CD network APIs infrastructure automation and test environments.

• Experience with EVE-NG Cisco platforms Ansible automated testing configuration management EACN or A2G2.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices in classified or DoD environments.
• Prior military service or experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force customers.
• Experience supporting mission-essential communications in distributed multi-site environments.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree in information technology or a related field preferred.

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nations security interests at home and abroad whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT engineering full life-cycle communications cybersecurity cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

To Apply:We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here atTrace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings text tracejobs to 97211 or apply directly through our website at:. #jointracesystems

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Trace Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineer to modernize EACN network and systems workflows through automation. The engineer will build and sustain automation tools CI/CD capabilities lab environments and Python integrations that improve reliability and reduce manual effort.The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and remove repetitive operational toil through automation.
• Advocate for modern engineering practices and help teams transition legacy workflows.
• Create and maintain network and systems automation tools.
• Automate provisioning and upgrades of network routers and switches.
• Maintain and improve the network CI/CD pipeline using GitLab CI and EVE-NG.
• Develop ad hoc Python scripts that interact with network APIs.
• Automate lab environments and maintain development test and production environments.
• Assist network and systems engineers with daily workflows testing troubleshooting and controlled deployments.

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency requirements the following compensation information is provided for this position. The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum compensation Trace reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to location experience qualifications skills and performance.

Salary Minimum: $90000
Salary Maximum: $115000

Trace provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which may include health insurance coverage flexible spending accounts an employee wellness program life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan company holidays and paid time off (PTO).

• Active in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 632 Systems Developer Proficiency Level: Intermediate; and may qualify through education military training certifications or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 credentials include a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CSSLP GCLD GSEC other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force installation and program security requirements.
• 3 years of DevOps network automation software development or infrastructure engineering experience.
• Current Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
• DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position or ability to obtain it within six months.
• Experience with Python Git GitLab CI/CD network APIs infrastructure automation and test environments.