Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator

Job Category: DevOps
Job Type: Onsite
Job Location: Harrisburg Pennsylvania
Compensation: Depends on Experience
W2: W2-Contract Only; Kindly note that applications on a C2C basis will not be considered for this role.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual to support the current systems and provide guidance for modernization initiatives. 

Position Summary

We are seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator to support mission criticalgovernment systems and cloud modernization initiatives. This role isresponsible for architecting, securing, and maintaining Azure DevOps and GitHubEnterprise environments, implementing CI/CD automation, and ensuring compliancewith commonwealth security frameworks. The ideal candidate has deep experiencewith Azure DevOps tooling, GitHub administration, and secure cloud operationswithin regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

Azure DevOps & GitHub Enterprise Administration

  • Administer and optimize Azure DevOps Services (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Boards, Artifacts, Test Plans).
  • Configure branch policies, security groups, service connections, and agent pools.
  • Ensure compliance with governance, auditing, and security best practices.
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize DevOps workflows.
  • Provide extensive assistance to the projects to reach to the Azure DevOps Maturity level
  • Administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud or Server, including organizations, repositories, teams, permissions, and SSO integrations.
  • Implement governance policies, repository standards, and secure branching strategies across both platforms.
  • Manage RBAC (Role-Based Access Control), access reviews, audit logs, and compliance configurations aligned with federal identity and security requirements.
  • Support migration efforts between Azure DevOps and GitHub when required.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support ATO processes, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring.

Azure DevOps – CI/CD Pipeline Engineering

  • Design, build, and maintain secure Manual and YAML based CI/CD pipelines in Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions.
  • Integrate automated testing, code scanning, artifact management, and approval workflows aligned with agency change control processes.
  • Integrate pipelines with Azure services such as App Services, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), Functions, SQL, Key Vault, and Storage
  • Implement reusable pipeline templates, workflow automation, and environment-based deployment strategies.

Collaboration & Support

  • Work closely with development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and program teams to support modernization initiatives.
  • Provide guidance on DevOps best practices, Git workflows, and automation strategies.
  • Provide guidance and assistance for GitHub, GitHub copilot
  • Provide technical, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to DevOps standards and documentation.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex pipeline, infrastructure, and deployment issues.
  • Support onboarding of new teams and projects into Azure DevOps.
  • Document processes, standards, and operational procedures
  • Good to have knowledge and skills on AI platform

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams and government stakeholders.
  • Commitment to mission driven work and public sector service.
  • Ability to operate in structured, policy driven environments.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on automation and continuous improvement.