Our DOD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Sr. IT Infrastructure & DevOps Administrator (Secret Clearance) position that just opened in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role you’ll serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues by conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies. Your duties will include maintaining and advancing DevOps infrastructures. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. You must also be a US Citizen and have an active Secret Security Clearance. Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Position: Sr. IT Infrastructure & DevOps Administrator
Pay Rate: $62.00/hour
Duration: 12-24 months with possibility of going direct/permanent
Schedule: Onsite with possibility of hybrid NOTE: AN ACTIVE SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Sr. IT Infrastructure & DevOps Administrator (Sr Adv Sys Admin Spec), you’ll serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues by conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies. Your duties will include maintaining and advancing DevOps infrastructures which are used by numerous programs. Your duties may include installing new software, troubleshooting, granting permissions to applications. You’ll also be responsible for the day-to-day support of server services by performing server administration for physical and virtual server operating systems and configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting of physical and virtual hardware and network related interfaces on servers. You will also perform OS and vendor software patching on servers and monitor physical and virtual servers performance using monitoring tools. Requirements:
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
-An advanced knowledge of VDI, RedHat Linux, Windows Server, VMware vSphere, application environments and related technologies.
-Proficient knowledge of software tools supporting Integrated Development Environments (IDE), version control, defect reporting and scripting.
-Proficient with developer tools/concepts/scripting/methodologies/infrastructure - Jira, Confluence, GitLab, CI/CD, HELM, Docker, Docker Compose, Kubernetes, Kubernetes Manifests, Ansible, Vault, Python, PowerShell, Bash.
-Define and build different development, testing, and production environments.
-An ability to architect, deploy and continuously maintain secure, reliable and flexible best practice infrastructures and systems.
-Experience with implementing Linux/Windows security controls to maintain system compliance.
-Subject Matter Expert in researching and troubleshooting complex technical issues. What sets you apart: 
-Familiarity with compliance controls: STIGs/CIS Benchmarks, NIST SP 800-171/800-53, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), System Security Plans.
-Ability to engineer with system security as number one priority.
-Ability to quickly grasp and adopt new technologies while continuously developing yourself.
-Handle all levels of support with ability to collaborate and communicate with those of varying levels of technical skill.
-Ability to multi-task, attention to detail, and strong motivational skills.
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills from a variety of viewpoints. About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis. About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!