BCT Partners - DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineer
It is a time of excitement and opportunity at BCT Partners – a great moment to join our team! We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer for our growing Technology line of business.
About BCT
We solve complex social problems.
BCT is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics, equity-centered solutions and program management. We believe complex issues are best solved through collaboration. As a result, we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise, research, evaluation, technology, organizational development, and a passion for change.
To learn more about how we live our values of Ubuntu (“I am because we are”) and our mission to harness the power of diversity, insights, and innovation to transform lives, accelerate equity, and create lasting change, go to our website and follow us on social media.
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Summary of the Project 

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Community Living (ACL) aims to enhance the independence, well-being, and health of older adults and people with disabilities. The Enterprise IT Services (EITS) project focuses on providing operational and developmental support for ACL’s enterprise-level cloud-based infrastructure and cybersecurity services. The ACL utilizes a hybrid multi-cloud architecture, primarily leveraging Microsoft Azure government cloud services with a FedRAMP moderate authorization, ensuring a secure and compliant environment for its various programs. 

About the DevOps Engineer 

The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for ACL’s cloud infrastructure. This role focuses on automating and streamlining operations and processes while collaborating with software developers and IT staff to oversee code releases. The DevOps Engineer will work closely with the development, security, and operations teams to ensure that software is built, tested, and deployed efficiently and securely.

In addition to technical tasks, the DevOps Engineer will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. This position requires a strong understanding of DevOps practices, cloud platforms, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools. The DevOps Engineer will ensure that ACL’s systems are scalable, reliable, and compliant with federal regulations and industry best practices. 

What you bring to the table 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 5 years experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role within an enterprise cloud environment.

• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• In-depth knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools, including Docker and Kubernetes.

• Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.

• Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance standards.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Google Professional DevOps Engineer, or similar are preferred. 

BCT offers a competitive total compensation package that, for this position includes base pay with a starting annual salary range of $120,000 - $130,000 (based on qualifications), along with a generous benefits package. BCT’s benefits include heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision coverage, fully vested 401k plan with company match, company paid life and disability insurance plans, a strong work-life balance/time-off structure.
This is a remote position, located in any of the fifty United States or Washington, DC. BCT Partners works primarily on Eastern Time, though we do have staff in all four time zones. We support and encourage a strong staff community, leveraging virtual communication tools and collaborative work practices. The African philosophy of Ubuntu (“I am because we are”) is an overarching value that influences our leadership and interactions.