DevSecOps Engineer
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Visual Analytics Department of the Applied Research Laboratory Penn State University is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to provide DevSecOps support of classified and unclassified computer systems in State College, PA
Responsibilities include
- Using accepted methods and techniques, assist with the design, development, implementation, and analysis of Junior DevSecOps technical engineering products, systems and subsystems.
- Learn and apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes, primarily related to Junior DevSecOps projects.
- Complete assignments with quality, timeliness and efficiency.
- Recognize and report any issues or anything unusual about work being performed.
This position will be filled as a level 1 or a level 2, depending upon the successful candidate’s competencies, education, and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline for a level 1. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are require for higher level jobs. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science and Technology, or a related Engineering/Science degree is preferred.
As a Level 2 additional duties will include:
- Determine causes of unusual occurrences and apply standard principles and practices to determine and implement solutions
- May mentor and/or train lower level employees and students in the department and/or division
Experience and knowledge with the some of the following is desirable:
- VMware and ESXi
- Linux & Windows administration
- Automation of development workflows
- Automated deployment frameworks
Requirements include:
- A well-rounded skillset with a strong drive to learn more and receptive to constant upgrading of skills and computer related knowledge
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment to ensure highest level of availability and performance of our mission critical services
- The ability to be flexible with rapidly changing priorities
- Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- The ability to multi-task
- A good comfort level working in a diverse atmosphere.
Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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