DevOps / Cloud Engineer

Build the Future of Secure, Scalable Cloud Solutions with TechFlow!

TechFlow is seeking a skilled DevOps / Cloud Engineer to support a key federal program driving innovation in IT portfolio management. In this role, you'll design, secure, and maintain cloud infrastructure while automating the deployment and operation of mission-critical applications. Working closely with development, operations, and security teams, you'll implement CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and advanced monitoring solutions to ensure high availability, performance, and compliance. If you're passionate about cloud engineering, automation, and delivering resilient systems that power smarter government technology, TechFlow offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The DevOps / Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, securing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and automating the deployment and operation of applications managed by the CPIC PMO. This role collaborates closely with development, operations, and security teams to build and manage continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, implement infrastructure as code, and deploy monitoring and logging solutions. The Engineer ensures that cloud environments are reliable, scalable, secure, and optimized for performance, while driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Expertise with cloud platforms, containerization, automation tools, and security best practices is essential to support agile development and mission-critical IT portfolio management goals.

*This is a remote position but will require support on site at client location Washington DC on occasion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable cloud infrastructure supporting mission-critical federal IT portfolio management applications.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, test, and deployment processes in alignment with Agile delivery practices.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible to enable repeatable, version-controlled infrastructure deployment.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration, automation, and compliance across environments.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and cost efficiency while proactively identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Implement cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, logging, and vulnerability mitigation.
• Deploy and manage monitoring, alerting, and observability tools to ensure proactive detection and resolution of performance and reliability issues.
• Support application containerization using Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes or Amazon ECS/EKS.
• Conduct system tuning, capacity planning, and disaster recovery activities to ensure high availability and resilience.
• Document architecture, procedures, and configurations to support transparency, audit readiness, and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Drive continuous improvement of DevOps processes, tools, and automation strategies to enhance delivery speed and system reliability.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or systems administration, preferably supporting federal or enterprise-scale applications.
• Proven experience designing and managing infrastructure in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS).
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, compliance frameworks, and federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST SP 800-53).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Splunk.
• Scripting and automation experience using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills in a cross-functional Agile environment.
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or similar).
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain or maintain a Public Trust clearance required.

Founded in 1995 at the start of the dot-com revolution, TechFlow helped large commercial clients such as DreamWorks, Toshiba, MGM, and others modernize their business systems. Today, with deep operational roots in the bi-coastal innovation hubs of California and Washington DC, TechFlow continues as a leader in applying innovative engineering, technology, integration solutions, and support services to the Federal Government's most demanding mission and business challenges.

Our culture thrives on out-of-the-box thinking and the unique powerful entrepreneurial expressions of our employee-owners. As a 100% employee-owned company, we have a shared expectation of commitment, accountability, and responsibility driven by a culture that embraces innovation and new ideas. Our goal is not to do what has been done, but to do it better.

TechFlow has four principal lines of business: Platform Services, Digital Services, Base Operations and Energy and Mobility Solutions. Our company has a strong track record of successful contracts in both areas and encourages cross-collaboration.

TechFlow, Inc is 100% employee-owned. Come make a difference in a job that contributes to your future and helps us build an agile workplace!

• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) - Pride in being an employee-owner and annual employer contribution (per plan guidelines)
• 401k plan with Roth option.
• Eligibility for an employer match.
• Immediate vesting
• Paid time off
• Holidays - 11 paid holidays per year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid Life & AD&D insurance plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Resources
• Company-paid training and development program
• Voluntary benefits include:
• Life & AD&D Insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• Short-term and long-term disability (per plan guidelines)
• Legal Shield and Identity Theft protection plans
• Pet Insurance

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