Devops engineer Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

Job Description

At the NAVFAC Information Technology Center (NITC), we bring together diverse, high-caliber technical talents to design, modernize, and secure the digital infrastructure that protects our nation's warfighters. We are currently seeking a proactive, hands on Senior DevSecOps & Cloud Platform Engineer to join our team, lead our cloud migration strategies, and champion automation across our enterprise environments.

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As a senior level technical leader, you will bridge the gap between application development and modern cloud infrastructure. You will be a primary architect of our cloud native platforms, automating deployment pipelines, securing container environments, and mentoring cross functional teams on modern DevOps practices.

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In this role, you will:

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• Master Cloud Infrastructure & Administration: Architect, deploy, and manage scalable containerized workloads within enterprise cloud environments, serving as a key administrator for Microsoft Azure and Red Hat OpenShift platforms.
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• Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation: Eliminate manual overhead by writing robust automation scripts using ARM/Bicep, Terraform, Ansible, and related technologies to provision and configure secure, highly available cloud environments.
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• Architect Secure CI/CD Pipelines: Design and manage automated Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines specifically using GitLab CI/CD, seamlessly integrating "shift-left" automated security scanning, container image hardening, and runtime security testing.
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• Lead Container Security & Hardening: Establish rigid security standards for containerized applications (Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift), implementing vulnerability scanning, access controls, and security automation to protect critical assets.
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• Mentor & Translate Requirements: Serve as a technical force multiplier by mentoring development teams on automation and container practices, and translating complex mission requirements into structured, automated infrastructure designs.
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Highly Desirable Experience:

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• 7+ years of professional experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps/DevSecOps, or Systems Automation.
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• Strong hands-on experience administering Azure cloud environments and orchestrating workloads on Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes.
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• Proven track record of building declarative pipelines in GitLab CI/CD with integrated security gates (SAST/DAST, container scanning).
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• Deep expertise in infrastructure automation tools: ARM/Bicep, Terraform, and Ansible.
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• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (or private sector equivalent).
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Key Position Requirements:

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience
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• Position is designated as Cyberspace Workforce (Role: Software Developer, Intermediate); must maintain qualifications per DoDM 8140.03.
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• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance
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• A US Citizen - 18 or older at time of hire
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• Males registered or exempt from Selective Service www.sss.gov
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• Determined suitable for federal employment (process includes a background check and fingerprinting)
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• May be required to travel (CONUS/OCONUS) on military and commercial aircraft.
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Benefit Package Built for Your Future:

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We understand that true compensation goes far beyond a salary. NAVFAC offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits portfolio designed to provide exceptional long-term financial security, robust health coverage, and genuine work-life balance.

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Here is a look at the outstanding benefits you can expect when you join our team:

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• Elite Retirement System: A powerful 3-part plan: Federal Pension (FERS), a 401(k)-style Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to a 5% employer match, and Social Security. Gain access to a guaranteed defined-benefit pension highly sought-after cornerstone for retirement that is increasingly rare to find.
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• Lifelong Health Coverage: Top-tier, flexible health insurance plans for you and your family. Carry your health coverage into retirement, providing unparalleled long-term peace of mind and financial protection.
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• Generous Time Off: Continuously accruing paid sick and annual vacation leave, plus 11 paid federal holidays. Prioritize your well-being with abundant, guaranteed time to recharge and spend with family.
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• Executive-Level Compensation: A highly competitive base salary structured under the Senior Executive Service (SES) pay scale, maximizing earning potential up to statutory federal limits, with eligibility for executive performance bonuses.
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• Work-Life Integration: Flexible and alternative work scheduling options. Tailor your professional hours to better accommodate your personal life and commitments.
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Launch your career with NAVFAC today, shape the future of global infrastructure and make a lasting wave of change right from the shore.

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