DevSecOps Research and Development Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking highly motivated, self-starting DevSecOps Research and Development Engineers to join our team in the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. These positions would work out of our State College, PA, Reston, VA, San Diego, CA or Hawaii locations/offices. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. Responsibilities of this position include: Design and implement secure automation solutions for development, testing, and production environments Manage continuous integration and delivery pipeline to maximize efficiency Improving systems through updates and optimizations using various technologies Present program overviews, proposals, and technical briefings at internal and external events Coordinate with sponsors and team members to identify risks, issues, requirements, and design solutions for project-level activity on a day to day basis This job can be filled at multiple levels, depending upon the successful candidate's education, and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or in an Engineering or Science discipline. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level jobs. Prior experience/knowledge in the following is required: Strong experience with Linux-based infrastructures, Linux/Unix administration Knowledge of scripting languages such asPython, Bash, and Ansible Experience with version control software such as Git Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services such as Docker and Kubernetes Experience with logging, search, and/or aggregation tools such as Splunk, Elastic, or Prometheus Stellar troubleshooting skills with the ability to spot issues before they become problems Strong communication skills and ability to explain protocol and processes with team and management Well-organized, independent and ready to work with minimal supervision Experience in the following is preferred: Working with Atlassian products (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence) Working knowledge in Java, C/C++, and Matlab Familiarity with VMWare virtualization tools Familiarity with GitLab Experience with databases such asSQL, PostreQL, and MySQL Experience with open-source technologies and cloud services ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and will be required to obtain and maintain at least a SECRET clearance. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Applicants with an active security clearance will be given preference. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. ARL 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. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $76,700.00 - $129,500.00 Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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