Senior DevOps Engineer

Requisition Title: Senior DevOps/Cloud Engineer Requisition Number: RQ11125 Contract Duration: 12 Months Description Responsibilities: Design, build and support cloud environments to create digital products Monitor and assess the performance of applications in a cloud environment to ensure solutions are available Create, test and implement safeguards to maintain data integrity and protect against unauthorized access General Skills: Experience in one of the leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud, etc Experience in maintaining complex Linux cloud environments, like CentOS, Ubuntu, or CoreOS, to support modern web technologies: LAMP, MEAN, Drupal and Elasticsearch Experience setting up development environments and mechanism using tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Maven and Jenkins or similar tools Experience in scripting languages like Python, Bash, PHP, Java, JavaScript, Node, etc. Experience in build tools like Git, Ansible, Chef, Puppet etc. for continuous integration Knowledge of container-based virtualization technology like Docker Integration Experience in building and using APIs Experience applying industry web, architectural and security standards and best practices Experience in mobile device management for various versions of cellular and tablets Evaluation Criteria Cloud and Infrastructure (40%): Design , deploy, and maintain hybrid infrastructure environments across public cloud platforms such as Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux solutions, Software as a Service (SaaS), Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) solutions and on‑premises systemsProficiency with maintaining Windows and/or Linux servers, virtualization platforms, storage and core network servicesAssessment of frameworks, platforms, and tech stacks for creating cloud-based solutions.Experience in designing and building cloud environments.Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PHP, Java, JavaScript, Node) and build tools (Git, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).Building and using APIs or other integration endpoints.Manage and support identity and access controls using Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, etc.Perform system maintenance, upgrades and performance optimization.Monitor system availability, performance, reliability, and capacity.Coordinate infrastructure and application releases across DevOps, platform, and business teamsPlan, schedule, and communicate releases, maintenance windows, and deployment activitiesEnsure release activities follow change management, approval workflows, and rollback proceduresFacilitate release readiness reviews, go/no-go decisions, and post-release validationMaintain release calendars, deployment records, approvals, and change artifactsSupport issue triage, incident response, and post-release root cause analysis DevOps & Automation (20%) Familiar with setting up and maintaining development environments using tools like Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, and MavenAbility to design, build, and administer CI/CD pipelines for continuous development and deployment.Automate operational and compliance-related tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or PythonExperience with Infrastructure as Code and version-controlled deploymentsSupport containerized platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS/EKS) as applicableEmbed logging, monitoring, and auditability into infrastructure and deployment pipelinesMentor junior team members on operational discipline, automation, and audit readiness Security and Compliance (20%): Apply security best practices across infrastructure and DevOps pipelines (e.g., least privilege, secrets management, secure logging, etc.) and ability adapt to security approaches in alignment with the Government of Ontario’s corporate policies (e.g., I&IT Directives and Policies, Government of Ontario Information and Technology Standards, Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive, etc.).Proficiency in Radware, Dynatrace, Splunk, and other security tools to manage security and audit logs.Embed logging, monitoring, and audibility into infrastructure and deployment guidelines.Understanding of industry web, architectural, and security standards.Identification and resolution of infrastructure vulnerabilities.Design, implement, and maintain centralized audit logging across cloud, on‑prem, and DevOps platforms.Ensure audit logs are collected, retained, protected, and searchable in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.Manage and monitor logs for:Infrastructure changes (cloud resources, servers, network devices)Access and authentication events (IAM, AD, privileged access)CI/CD pipelines and deployment activitiesIntegrate logging platforms such as:Azure Monitor / Log Analytics, AWS CloudTrail / CloudWatch, SIEM solutions, or ELK stacksSupport internal and external audits by providing evidence, reports, and log analysisPartner with security, risk, and compliance teams to enforce logging standards, retention policies, and alertingAssist with forensic investigations and incident reviews by analyzing audit trails and change recordsSupport vulnerability management, system hardening, and audit findings remediation Project Management Skills (15%): Effective project planning, scope definition, and resource allocation.Risk management, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies.Stakeholder communication and coordination of cross-functional teams.Support planning efforts such as roadmap development, modernization initiatives, and investment decisions. General Skills (5%): Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedure, technical documentation, and audit evidence information.Document logging standards, release procedures, and operational controls.Collaborate closely with DevOps, security, compliance and application teams.Demonstrate a strong communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise explanations for non-technical and executive audiences MUST HAVES: Design , deploy, and maintain hybrid infrastructure environments across public cloud platforms such as Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux solutions, Software as a Service (SaaS), Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) solutions and on‑premises systemsManage and support identity and access controls using Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, etc.Familiar with setting up and maintaining development environments using tools like Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, and MavenAbility to design, build, and administer CI/CD pipelines for continuous development and deployment.