DevOps Engineer

Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a DevOps Engineer in Patuxent River, MD.  Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.  Spalding, a Saalex Company offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $85K-$130K (depending on experience) Work Location: This is a remote position. **On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received. Essential Functions: Develops DevOps functionality for CI/CD pipeline solutions. Improves and maintains GitLab pipeline configurations. Collaborates and assists software engineers with the design, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines. Assist with GitLab upgrades as received from the vendor (i.e. bi-weekly, monthly, etc.; requires evening support) Onboards new applications/customers to the CI/CD environment. Provides recommendations for technology advancement to streamline CI/CD tools and processes. Provides technical assistance and troubleshooting to applications and systems deployed within a DevOps CI/CD pipeline. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves pipeline issues. Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: CI/CD implementation experience required. Design/development of DevOps pipelines experience required. BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience. Desired: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced technical environment. Nexus experience desired. Experience with specific CI/CD related tools such as GitLab Ultimate, Nexus, DORA metrics, and Prisma Cloud (formerly Twistlock) preferred. Security Clearance:  Must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance; active or interim secret is preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Education/Experience:  BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Stock Option Plan