We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Engineer to design, build, deploy, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using cutting-edge automation technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Infrastructure as Code methodologies, configuration management, and experience in managing Kubernetes clusters and pipelines. You will be responsible for ensuring that all systems within the infrastructure are operating smoothly, scalable, and optimized for performance. The role requires someone who is skilled in DevSecOps, has knowledge of modern tooling such as Terraform, Helm, Docker, and is comfortable working in a distributed cloud environment, specifically AWS.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Terraform and Helm.
Build, maintain, and deploy custom container images using Kubernetes and Docker.
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless deployments, with a focus on GitLab CI or similar tools.
Manage and automate Amazon Machine Image (AMI) creation using Packer.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide automation guidance to remote teams, ensuring customer requirements are met.
Implement, test, and maintain automation frameworks, creating comprehensive documentation for all IaC and configuration management activities.
Provide technical leadership and act as a subject matter expert (SME) for DevSecOps and cloud infrastructure best practices.
Ensure compliance with DoD Enterprise DevSecOps Reference Design and other security standards as needed.
Engage with clients to resolve escalations, provide technical customer service, and drive customer satisfaction.
Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Utilize monitoring tools such as Grafana, Fluentbit, and Loki to ensure infrastructure stability and performance.

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of deep experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies and best practices.
3+ years of experience with configuration management methodologies, with preferred expertise in Ansible.
1+ years of hands-on experience managing and working with Kubernetes clusters.
1+ years of experience building, maintaining, and deploying custom container images with Docker.
1+ years of experience with Packer for automating AMI creation.
1+ years of experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI or similar tools.
Proven experience working with cloud infrastructure, preferably AWS.
Strong knowledge of Terraform, Helm, and other DevOps/IaC tooling.
Familiarity with DoD Enterprise DevSecOps Reference Design and best practices in a secure environment.
Experience working in a distributed, cloud-based environment.
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with Ansible for configuration management.
Familiarity with technical customer service and escalation management.
Strong communication skills and ability to lead internal and external client-facing meetings.

Toolset Expertise:

Applications: Grafana, Fluentbit, Loki
Tools: Ansible (optional), Terraform, Helm, Kubernetes (K8s), GitLab CI (or similar CI/CD pipeline experience)

This is expected to be a primarily remote position however the ideal candidate will reside near a Dark Wolf Solutions location in Colorado Springs, CO or San Antonio, TX.

Compensation is expected to be $130,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate on experience.

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