Kforce has a client who is seeking a highly motivated Linux system DevOps Engineer to support Identity Management systems, services, development, and implementation of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) software release processes and tools. These pipelines will be used for Infrastructure as Code (IaC). This full-time employee will work with LDAP software and scripts which run on Linux systems. This position will maintain interfaces and feeds to/from the LDAP system. The candidate is expected to become proficient with the client's LDAP subtree structure, attribute definitions, and LDAP security parameters.The job will involve following precise processes and procedures to ensure compliance with security policies, government requirements, industry standards, and internal organizational mandates. The candidate will also be given ample opportunity to develop skills working with multiple identity services (LDAP, Active Directory, SecurID, PKI and SSO).
Responsibilities:
Defining and implementing test first software development processes and methodologies using best practices
Define and present DevOps and test based metrics used to predict the completeness and quality of software modules
Review software requirements focusing on testability
Support IT with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of software tools
Creating and maintaining scripts
CI/CD process and integration
Kubernetes support
Application support
LDAP software administration
Linux Systems administration
Debugging software and network
Testing scripts and automation
Documentation
REQUIREMENTS:
2+ years of basic experience working on Linux systems
2+ years of application support experience
2+ years of prior relevant experience
1+ years of infrastructure management experience
1+ years of experience working with LDAP software
Experience working with DevOps CI/CD tools such as GitLab
Knowledge of container tools and technologies and their integration into the CI/CD process
Experience maintaining Python, Perl or Shell scripts
Experience working with Linux systems is a requirement
Experience building, installing, and deploying Perl/Python RPMs
Experience with Ansible and or Terraform
Experience with Git or similar version control systems
Experience with log file analysis, including LDAP logs, HTTPD error logs, & Splunk
Strong automated testing experience
Strong software and network debugging skills
Excellent documentation and process management skills
Works well with team members in diverse geographic locations to develop secure solutions for customer requests
Ability to understand and apply security policies and procedures to customer solutions
Self-starter, able to work well with little supervision
Strong communication skills
Desired:
Experience with Rancher
Experience with Kubernetes
Experience working with command line interfaces for updates
Strong knowledge of AWS
Exposure to public cloud infrastructures and build automation tools
Experience with C/C++
Knowledge of UNIX and/or Linux scripting tools
Remote system support, Linux monitoring tools
Interfacing large and diverse hardware and software systems
Background working with Identity Systems
Background in IT Security
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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