Business analyst jobs in North Bethesda, MD

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your AFSIM modeling and simulation experience to analyze interesting and complex problems with innovative software and computing capabilities? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Air Combat and Strike Mission Analysis Group! We are seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to help us evaluate and define solutions to enable the U.S. military to conduct strike warfare and air combat operations in complex operational environments. You'll be joining a hardworking team that supports a wide-range of military sponsors and analyzes critical and challenging technical problems. We strive to foster an environment of experimentation and creativity to address some of our country's most important challenges. We pride ourselves on our intellectual integrity, and our ability to deliver outstanding and unbiased analysis products. Our team emphasizes personal improvement and growth over short-lived success. As a Senior AFSIM Analyst you will… Develop, evaluate, and analyze models and concepts of employment for ground breaking technologies such as advanced air platforms, strike weapons, and integrated multi-domain effects. Collaborate with our software development teams on improving our customized tools, including designing efficient representations for large datasets, testing accurate interactions across interdependent algorithms, and automating production analysis pipelines. Work with a team of analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of analysis. Have opportunities to engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative. Qualifications You will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you… Have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area. Have demonstrated excellence working with AFSIM performing modeling, simulation, and analysis. Have knowledge in Air or Strike Warfare domains. Can work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors. Have strong scripting and programming skills with any of the following languages: Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA Are able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access. Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… Have a Master's or PhD degree in a technical field listed above. Have experience using other mission-level analysis tools such as Brawler, Suppressor, JIMM, or EADSIM. Have experience leading analysis teams performing mission-level analysis and providing mentoring and training to staff members. Have an active Top-Secret security clearance. #LI-AG1 About Us Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at ****************************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $102,500 Annually Maximum Rate $227,500 Annually

WFM Scheduling Lead- Dayforce Permanent $90,000-$130,000 + package Remote (US Based) A large, global organisation operating in a complex, 24/7, high-volume environment is embarking on a major workforce transformation programme. As part of this, we're recruiting a Senior WFM Scheduling Lead to take ownership of multi-site rostering and drive the development of a consistent, scalable scheduling model across multiple regions. You will work closely with operational leaders, planners and HR teams to understand local rules, working patterns, contract structures and skills requirements, then translate these into structured, system-ready scheduling logic. This role suits someone who thrives in demanding environments, enjoys solving complex rostering challenges and is confident influencing stakeholders at all levels. Key Responsibilities Lead the scheduling and rostering workstream across multiple UK and US sites, ensuring local rules and operational practices are accurately reflected in the WFM system. Analyse, map and standardise scheduling processes, working with planners and station managers to move towards a unified, scalable model. Shape and validate Dayforce scheduling configuration, testing and optimisation, supporting future adoption of more advanced functionality. Experience Required Strong hands on background in workforce management, rostering or scheduling within large, multi site, shift based environments. Dayforce WFM scheduling experience with the ability to translate complex operational rules into system logic. Confident stakeholder management style; comfortable influencing operational leaders and navigating demanding, change heavy environments. WFM Scheduling Lead- Dayforce Permanent $90,000-$130,000 + package Remote (US Based)

Job Title: Business Systems Analyst Start Date Is: Jan 5, 2026 Duration: (contract, perm, etc): 1+ year contract Compensation Range: $55-$60 an hour, W2 only! Job Description: The main function of a Business Systems Analyst is to perform the analysis, design, implementation, modification, and daily functional support of all applications. This person will interface directly with back-office business operations, who are heavy users of SS&C Chorus (previously AWD). Works with key stakeholders within all business functions to align technology solutions with business strategies Gathers requirements from business units and translate those to programmers and developers Prepares cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in decisions on system implementation Demonstrates an informed knowledge of business functions to resolve problems and capitalize on improvement opportunities Supports one or more highly complex business processes Works on multiple projects as a project team member Serves as a liaison between the business community and the IT organization in order to provide technical solutions to meet user needs Requirements: 2+ years of SS&C Blue Prism Chorus BPM or Chorus 8-10 years of working experience required Basic knowledge of programming languages in order to comprehend reading code and basic functions Ability to create business solutions that increase competitive advantage Ability to exercise good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions Project management skills in order to handle diverse projects, often times simultaneously, and meet aggressive deadlines Ability to solve technical problems/ processes and understand complex details Ability to increase operating efficiency with produce high quality technical solutions A high level of interpersonal and verbal communication skills necessary to relate to other people at their systems knowledge level Ability to analyze complex situations and problems and do the necessary research using multiple sources of information to arrive at innovative solutions Soft Skills: PROACTIVE, takes initiative, independent, figures things out on their own, self starter, go getter, polished, professional, well spoken, highly motivated, accountable, ability to be collaborative and supportive of the team and open to that culture. Benefits: This role is eligible to enroll in both Mondo's health insurance plan and retirement plan. Mondo defers to the applicable State or local law for paid sick leave eligibility

GeBBS Consulting is a healthcare technology professional services and consulting firm based in Towson, Maryland servicing clients throughout the US. We are celebrating our 28th year in business. We have two divisions: 1) Hospital / Provider Practice 2) Managed Care / Payer Practice - we work directly with health plans (very strong in the Blue Cross Blue Shield space). GeBBS Consulting has over two decades of experience supporting healthcare clients throughout the US. We are currently hiring a Business Analyst Summary: One of our clients in Blue Cross Blue Shield is looking for a Business Analyst to support enhancement or maintenance of a membership portal. The hired employee will be responsible for working with Product Owners, working with developers and testers, and write user stories all within an Agile environment. Required Skills: 3-8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in an enterprise-level environment (multiple teams within an Agile environment) working on a software upgrade/maintenance. Experience writing user stories Location: Hybrid, 1-2 times a week in Reston, VA If you are interested in exploring this career opportunity with GeBBS Consulting, please reply with your current resume and the best time to contact you. Recruiting Fraud Over the past year, online recruitment scams have increased frequently, impacting both applicants and employers. To help protect yourself against potential scammers, please note the following recruitment practices employed by GeBBS Consulting. GeBBS Consulting uses a single domain name for all recruiting activities and all Authorized GeBBS Consulting Recruiters use the same domain name for all email correspondences. The official GeBBS Consulting domain is gebbsconsulting.com. If you receive emails or are directed to an email other than GeBBSconsulting.com, you are not responding to GeBBS Consulting. GeBBS Consulting screens applicants through a combination of over-the-phone, video and in-person meetings. GeBBS Consulting will never ask a candidate for payment of any kind as part of the hiring or onboarding process.

Business Analyst is responsible for leading the functional requirements gathering team. The candidate works directly with internal customers to understand the business environment and needs. Identifies relevant design, process and specification issues and then mentors/assists lower level Business Analysts to document and translate these business requirements. The candidate may be required to manage business and/or system issues during project life cycle as well as post implementation. Skills: 1) Expertise with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) 2) Strong oral and written communication skills 3) In-depth knowledge of client-server, object-oriented, and web-based systems, applications, environments and relevant tools/technology 4) Prior management experience 5) Strong analytical skills. Ability to identify and evaluate several alternative solutions and help the team arrive at the best functional requirement set to meet the business need 6) Knowledge of requirements tools such as Rational Requisite Pro desired Education/Work Experience: Bachelor Degree or Equivalent 10+ years software development experience with experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.

Business Systems Analyst (12-Month Contract | Hybrid Owings Mills, MD) I'm working with a major financial services organization that's looking for a Business Systems Analyst with hands-on SS&C AWD/Chorus experience. This is a 12-month contract with strong extension potential, and the team urgently needs someone due to a recent departure. Here's what makes this a compelling opportunity: Why this role stands out: You'll join a highly tenured, high-performing team that is deeply embedded in the AWD/Chorus ecosystem. Work on high-impact initiatives tied to brokerage, Salesforce, and major upstream changes from groups like Goldman. SS&C handles all configuration changes, so you focus on true BA work-requirements, documentation, analysis, and validation. Variety in the work: operational improvements, workflow updates, communications/letter changes, QC adjustments, data alignment, and more. Yearly AWD upgrade project offers significant ownership, cross-team visibility, and PM-like leadership opportunities. The manager is pragmatic, supportive, and wants someone who can get deep into the business logic-not just gather surface-level requirements. What they're looking for: 1-2+ years of AWD/Chorus experience (non-negotiable). Strong requirements gathering, documentation, and workflow analysis skills. Ability to communicate with tenured business users and upstream tech teams. Testing and validation experience (no automation tools). Bonus (not required): Blue Prism or Operational Analytics/BI. Logistics: Hybrid onsite in Owings Mills (2 days/week). One-step interview with hiring manager + Product Owner. Team has been down ~8 weeks - fast-moving process, quick start. If you've worked with AWD/Chorus and you're looking for a role where your expertise actually matters-and where you can immediately add value-this is a great one to consider.

Role: RPA Business Analyst (UiPath RPA) Type: HYBRID- 2 days onsite Willing to relocate is OK. UiPath Certification is a big plus. We are seeking a highly experienced RPA Business Process Analyst with deep expertise in UiPath and Document Understanding Your insights will help drive operational efficiency and scale automation adoption across the organization. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end process discovery, mapping, and analysis efforts using Document Understanding, Task Mining or equivalent tools to uncover automation opportunities. Collaborate with business stakeholders (process owners, subject matter experts) to understand current-state workflows, pain points, KPIs, and desired outcomes. Elicit, document, and validate functional and non-functional requirements in clear artifacts (e.g. process maps, user stories, use cases, business requirement documents, PDDs). Perform complexity assessment, ROI analysis, and feasibility studies for automation candidates. Support pilot implementations, user acceptance testing (UAT), go-live, and post-deployment stabilization. Act as a liaison between business, IT, and RPA teams to manage change, risks, and stakeholder communication. Required Qualifications & Skills 5+ years of experience in business process analysis, process improvement, or operations roles with exposure to automation programs. At least 2-3 years of hands-on experience with Document Understanding, UiPath Task mining / Task Capture, especially in leveraging AI in Process documentation Proven track record of leading discovery workshops, mapping complex processes, and identifying scalable automation opportunities. Solid understanding of business process modeling techniques. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - able to bridge between technical teams and business users. UiPath Certification is big plus.

: Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital. We specialize in accelerating business transformation and delivering human centric digital experiences. For over 17 years, Apexon has been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Job Description Experience with Oracle Cerner/Millennium platforms. Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) software, including system assessment and implementation. Experience working in Cerner ambulatory care & Cerner Pharmacy PharmNet. Experience in development, implementation, and maintenance of the IHS Modernized EHR system. Education: Any Bachelor's degree or relevant experience. Disclaimer: If you feel that this is a good match for your skillsets, please submit a current word version of your resume along with a cover letter describing your skills, experience and salary expectations. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Coalfire Federal is a market leading cybersecurity consultancy firm that provides independent and tailored advice, assessments, technical testing and a full suite of cyber engineering services to Federal agency customers. Coalfire Federal along with its parent company, Coalfire, has an unparalleled client list with deep customer relationships with leading cloud and technology providers including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Google and Oracle and Federal agencies. Coalfire has been a cybersecurity thought leader for nearly 20 years, and has offices throughout the United States and Europe and is committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients' toughest security challenges. We're currently seeking a Senior System Security Analyst (NIST AI RMF) to support our Federal team. Position Summary This position will potentially be supporting a government customer's Security Assessment and AI Pilot program, therefore previous experience emphasizing NIST AI Risk Management Framework will be required. Location Details Remote with occasional meetings at the customer site in Rockville, MD. Open to local candidates in the Washington, D.C. / Northern VA / Maryland areas. What you'll do Support federal customers and provide a firm understanding of how to apply the principles of information security in a variety of circumstances and security requirements into common technical implementations Support customers with implementing the core principles of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework Support teams in the review and analysis of Security Packages for completeness and compliance with FedRAMP/DoD/NIST requirements Assist in the development of Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), and security briefings Validate Cloud Service Provider (CSP) compliance with FedRAMP/DoD/NIST security control baselines through review of evidence, testing, interviews, and analysis of scans, etc Familiarity with SSP, SAP, SAR, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) Report, Deviation Requests, Significant Change Requests, Continuous Monitoring artifacts is required Conduct client interviews to assess the technical and operational effectiveness of security control implementations Assess existing security environments to validate that security implementations remain up to date throughout the life cycle of a system or environment What you'll bring Knowledge of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies. Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk). Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy. Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles. Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Knowledge of critical infrastructure systems with information communication technology that were designed without system security considerations. Knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth). Education Completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in an IT related field. Clearance / Suitability Ability to obtain a clearance or a Public Trust is preferred, however all clearance levels and non-cleared applicants will also be considered. Certifications One or more of the following: CISSP or CISM Years of Experience At minimum 7 years of information security experience relative to the position qualifications. Bonus Points Knowledge of GRC tools e.g., CSAM Why you'll want to join us Our people make Coalfire Federal great. We work together on interesting things and achieve exceptional results. We act as trusted advisors to our customers and are committed to client-focused innovation as well as innovation in the industries that we serve. Coalfire offers our people the chance to grow professionally with colleagues they like and respect while tackling challenges that stretch their minds and expand their skill sets. Regardless of location, you'll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You'll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support memberships, and comprehensive insurance options. Coalfire is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Distribution company headquartered in Maryland is looking to hire an Information System Analyst to lead the development, maintenance, and optimization of business software systems. This is a diverse role that will support a variety of software support functions, including gathering business requirements, coding, UAT, and help desk support. Specific duties include the following: Gather business requirements and ensure ERP system meets evolving business needs Design and implement system functionalities Provide basic programming and work closely with 3rd party software vendors on more complex programming needs Provide technical support to end users Troubleshoot system issues to ensure reliability and optimal performance Develop and maintain reports Perform software systems testing Required qualifications include the following: Strong ERP understanding, including how business processes flow through the system Programming language proficiency- Progress or BASIC programming languages preferred Ability to work with various business groups and end users Excellent customer service skills Previous experience working in an inventory-based industry such as retail, distribution, or manufacturing

BlueWater Federal is looking for a SharePoint Engineer to support the Department of Energy in Washington, DC. As the SharePoint Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining SharePoint environments and solutions. This includes configuring sites, libraries, workflows, and web parts, ensuring system security, and supporting business processes through automation and integration. Responsibilities • Install, configure, and maintain SharePoint servers (on-premises and/or SharePoint Online). • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply patches or updates. • Manage permissions, security settings, and compliance requirements. • Design and deploy SharePoint solutions, including custom workflows, forms, and web parts. • Migrate data and content from legacy systems to SharePoint using scripts or third-party tools. • Customize SharePoint sites to meet organizational needs. • Collaborate with IT teams and IA. • Provide technical support to end-users and site owners and create documentation • Ensure adherence to security standards and organizational policies. • Maintain knowledge of SharePoint best practices and emerging technologies. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree • 10+ years of experience with SharePoint administration with a deep understanding of SharePoint Architecture, features and best practices. • Must have an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Q and SCI clearance • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation. • Experience with migrating SharePoint versions on-premises or online (preferably using ShareGate) • SharePoint components (Search, Taxonomy, Managed Metadata). • Patching SharePoint server to meet organization security standards. • Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, REST API, and SQL is preferred BlueWater Federal Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

$130-150k base salary Hybrid - Joplin MO, Tuscaloosa AL, Dallas TX, Frederick MD, Phillipsburg KS, Knoxville TN I'm currently partnering with a US-based building materials manufacturer who are looking for a Vision Engineer to lead the development and management oof their AI computer vision/machine vision solutions to ensure the quality of internal products. Core responsibilities include: Developing AI models and vision algorithms for inspection Collecting datasets for robust models Overseeing the cleaning/preprocessing of image data across a manufacturing environment Incorporating normalization, noise reduction and data augmentation techniques to enhance data usability/model performance and maintain preprocessing pipelines Use new data and feedback t continuously refine existing models to maximize efficiency Designing validation tests to ensure consistent model performance in different scenarios and implementing frameworks to assess vision system performance Key Skills & Experience: Good programming skills with C++ and Python - will be exposed to some 3rd party software too Crucial that this person has a manufacturing background (Automated Vehicle, Robotics and BioMedical experience is less relevant here) Demonstrable experience with computer vision models and machine learning frameworks in a manufacturing setting Ideally should have a good understanding of data augmentation techniques and different image formats, as well as having managed large datasets in the past Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning or related fields Interested in this role? Apply now or share a copy of your resume to ***************************

Job Title: GenAI Engineer Job type: Contract MOI: F2F Key Responsibilities Develop, fine-tune, and optimize Large Language Models (LLMs) and other generative models (text, image, audio, and multimodal). Build production-grade GenAI applications, including chatbots, copilots, automation tools, and content-generation systems. Integrate LLMs with backend systems, APIs, databases, and enterprise platforms. Implement retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines using vector databases and embedding models. Evaluate model performance, run experiments, and improve accuracy, relevance, and latency. Create prompts, prompt frameworks, and prompt-engineering guidelines for different use cases. Develop model safety, guardrails, and security controls to ensure responsible use of AI. Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, and product stakeholders to deliver scalable AI solutions. Maintain documentation, best practices, and technical guidance for AI platforms. Required Skills & Qualifications Strong experience with LLMs, generative AI frameworks, and transformer-based architectures. Hands-on knowledge of tools such as: OpenAI API, Azure OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face, LangChain, LlamaIndex, Vertex AI, or similar. Proficiency in Python and ML/AI libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Transformers). Experience building RAG pipelines, vector databases (Pinecone, FAISS, Weaviate, Chroma), and embeddings. Understanding of machine learning workflows, including fine-tuning, evaluation, and deployment. Ability to work with unstructured data (text, documents, images, audio). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong problem-solving, experimentation, and communication skills.

Remote: No Gridiron IT is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support a federal program in Springfield or Herndon, VA. Design and implement enterprise-scale cloud infrastructure using AWS CDK and Infrastructure as Code principles Architect and develop robust microservices architectures with focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability Build and optimize data engineering pipelines for large-scale data processing and analytics workloads Lead full-stack development initiatives using modern JavaScript/TypeScript and Python frameworks Implement advanced cloud-native solutions leveraging serverless architectures and event-driven patterns Drive technical excellence through code reviews, architectural decisions, and engineering best practices Solve complex technical challenges across distributed systems and provide innovative solutions to business problems Required Skills: TS/SCI with CI Poly required with current Customer eligibility and SBU/SECNet/COE accounts Must be willing to work in SCIF daily or as needed 7+ years of professional software engineering experience with cloud-first development approach 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS CDK for Infrastructure as Code 3+ years building complex, reusable CDK constructs and stacks 3+ years implementing multi-environment deployment strategies using CDK 5+ years of advanced Python development experience Expertise in frameworks like FastAPI, Flask, or Django for API development Strong experience with data processing libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Apache Spark) Proficiency in async programming and performance optimization 5+ years of modern JavaScript/TypeScript development 3+ years with Node.js backend development and npm ecosystem 3+ years with frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular) Experience with modern build tools and package managers 4+ years of microservices architecture design and implementation Event-driven architecture patterns and message queuing systems API design, versioning, and service mesh technologies 4+ years of data engineering experience ETL/ELT pipeline development using AWS services (Glue, EMR, Kinesis, Step Functions) Experience with data lakes, data warehousing, and analytics platforms Real-time data processing and streaming architectures 3+ years with AWS cloud-native services Advanced knowledge of Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, SQS, SNS Experience with data services: RDS, DynamoDB, Redshift, S3, Athena Container orchestration with ECS, Fargate, or EKS Strong problem-solving abilities with proven track record of resolving complex technical challenges Preferred Qualifications (bulleted list) 4+ years of experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes in government environments Implementation of NIST 800-53 controls and FedRAMP compliance requirements Security automation and continuous compliance monitoring 3+ years of experience with advanced data analytics and machine learning platforms AWS SageMaker, Databricks, or similar ML/AI platforms Model deployment and MLOps pipeline development Database expertise across multiple platforms Performance tuning and optimization for RDS, DynamoDB, MongoDB Data modeling for both relational and NoSQL databases DevSecOps and security automation experience Integration of security scanning tools (SonarQube, Snyk, Checkmarx) Secrets management and secure coding practices System design and architecture experience Designing for high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity Performance optimization and cost management strategies Experience with monitoring and observability tools CloudWatch, DataDog, New Relic, or Prometheus/Grafana stacks Distributed tracing and application performance monitoring Leadership experience in technical environments Leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives Experience with agile methodologies and project delivery Additional programming language proficiency (Go, Java, C#) Open source contribution history and active participation in technical communities Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $180,000-$250,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs. Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

As a disclaimer, I do not work with third party agencies or c2c firms on active positions, and my client is only accepting USC or GC candidates at this time.. Please do not contact me in regard to positions if you do not fit the above-given parameters. Details -- Arlington, VA area Senior Platform Engineer (DevOps) -- Mid-Upper 100s base salary range, before benefits and bonus -- 4 days onsite in Arlington area (1 day remote) Senior Platform Engineer - DevOps Focus Join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and support of public and private cloud environments. This role involves building and maintaining systems and applications across diverse platforms, with a strong emphasis on automation, orchestration, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain systems and applications in multi-vendor cloud environments. Develop tools and processes for automated deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management. Lead engineering efforts on projects, including architectural design and implementation. Evaluate and optimize software, systems, and workflows to enhance performance and reliability. Architect automation solutions using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, and Puppet. Ensure high availability and performance of systems through proactive monitoring and tuning. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and optimize production systems and services. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing and team development. Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with audit and security standards. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in cloud platforms, CI/CD, scripting, or infrastructure-as-code. Strong background in DevOps, system administration, or software development. Expertise in software build and deployment pipelines. Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles in DevOps and CI/CD environments.

Seeking a Platform Engineer with strong cloud engineering experience, specializing in building and managing scalable infrastructure in Microsoft Azure. This role supports cross-functional teams by designing, implementing, and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to enable reliable, secure, and efficient cloud operations. Hybrid schedule (onsite three days per week). *Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure using IaC. Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline deployments, scaling, and operational tasks. Monitor and optimize system performance, capacity, and cost. Conduct incident response, root-cause analysis, and post-incident reviews. Implement monitoring, logging, and tracing solutions to ensure observability. Collaborate with development and operations teams to improve system reliability and architecture. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. 4+ years technical expertise in cloud engineering with strong technical experience in the following areas: Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, VPN Gateways, Network Security Groups and other relevant Azure networking components. Managing microservices based applications deployed on AKS. Designing, deploying and managing Kubernetes clusters within AKS (YAML, HELM). Experience designing scalable, secure and resilient solutions using Azure services, optimizing for cost and performance and creating disaster recovery plans. Experience implementing and maintaining IaC solutions using Terraform to automate the creation and management of Azure resources. Using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and other tools to track key metrics, set up alerts, and diagnose problems. Well versed in Windows and has the skills and confidence to work on Linux when needed. Experience with Azure CLI, PowerShell/Azure PowerShell for automation, provisioning and configuration of Azure environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize Azure-native services such as API Management, Azure Functions, Storage, Service Bus, Key Vault, and Container Apps. Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub and ADZO pipelines. Excellent written and oral communication skills.. Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, Azure Active Directory, AD Connect, Operations Management Suite/Log Analytics, Azure Monitor, Azure Site Recovery, Azure Backup, Azure App Services, Azure Storage, Azure SQL Server, Azure Automation. Certifications are a plus: Azure Administrator, Azure Developer, Azure Architect, Azure DevOps, Terraform, MCSE, Security +. Experience building and deploying Azure resources using IaC (Terraform, Ansible). Creating and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps (Git) to deploy both infrastructure and applications. VMWare ESXi. System Center Configuration Manager. Microsoft InTune. Active Directory. Bash experience. Experience with serverless deployment, maintenance and associated tool chain. Working knowledge of ITIL disciplines.

Key Required Skills: Strong knowledge of SMARTS platform NETOPS, Redhat Linux, TCP/IP network knowledge, Github bitbucket. • Work with advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts. • Challenge with working on complex technical problems and providing innovative solutions. • Work with highly experienced and technical resources • All other duties as assigned or directed REQUIRED • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field. • Masters or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience • 5-7 years of experience with a high-level scripting language such as Python or Perl • 5 years of experience or more as a Network Engineer focusing on network performance management. • 5 years of experience with SMARTS enterprise network monitoring system, with at least 3 years specific to implementation and configuration of SMARTS tool. • NetOPS expertise and Broadcom in depth knowledge • 4 years of experience with RHEL combine between versions 7 and 8. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. *** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week. • Perl and Python advanced scripting skills. • In depth hands on experience to program in a Java enterprise (J2EE) environment using platforms such as Java Server Faces v2 (JSF 2), Enterprise Java Beans v3 (EJB 3), Java-based Ajax library. • Knowledge/experience/advanced skills on Broadcom Service Assurance (former SMARTS) monitoring tool. • Experience working on Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. • TCP/IP networks knowledge. • Broadcom NetOps monitoring tools knowledge and experience is a plus. • VMWare systems administration • MS Visio experience creating Network Diagrams • MS Project, creating and updating project plans. • Ability to produce operational documentation using industry best practices in technical writing. DESIRED • Perl, Python, and Java advanced programmer skills. • Developing on JBoss EAP environments skills and experience. • MySQL database management experience. • Knowledge of version control tools like Git or Bitbucket. • Experience developing on Service Now is a plus. Education: • Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for cloud environments on the Microsoft Azure platform. Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline deployments, scaling activities, and infrastructure operations. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, tune systems, and optimize performance to enhance efficiency and user experience. Analyze system capacity, plan for future growth, and design architectures capable of handling traffic spikes and increased workloads. Respond to incidents, troubleshoot issues, and conduct post-incident reviews to determine root causes and prevent recurrence. Implement monitoring and observability solutions, ensuring comprehensive insights through metrics, logging, and tracing. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. 4+ years of hands-on cloud engineering experience, including strong expertise in Azure networking components such as Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, VPN Gateways, and Network Security Groups. Experience managing microservices-based applications deployed on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Proven experience designing, deploying, and operating Kubernetes clusters on AKS (YAML, Helm). Strong background in designing scalable, secure, and resilient Azure solutions, with a focus on cost optimization, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. Proficiency implementing and maintaining IaC solutions using Terraform to automate Azure resource provisioning and configuration. Experience using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and related tools to track key metrics, configure alerts, and diagnose issues. Strong Windows background with the ability and confidence to work in Linux environments. Proficiency with Azure CLI and PowerShell/Azure PowerShell for automation and environment provisioning. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize Azure services including API Management, Azure Functions, Storage, Service Bus, Key Vault, and Container Apps. Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub, and ADZO pipelines. Experience with key Azure services including Virtual Machines, ExpressRoute, Azure Active Directory, AD Connect, Log Analytics/Operations Management Suite, Azure Site Recovery, Azure Backup, Azure App Services, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, and Azure Automation. Relevant certifications are a plus: Azure Administrator, Azure Developer, Azure Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, Terraform, MCSE, Security+. Experience building and deploying Azure resources using IaC technologies (Terraform, Ansible). Experience creating and managing CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps (Git) for both infrastructure and application deployments.

VITG is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer responsible for automating security integration throughout the CI/CD pipeline and the AWS cloud environment. This role will "shift security left" by taking the lead on implementing security-as-code tools, managing their usage, ensuring their proper configuration and compliance, and proactively embedding security policy into the development process. Our ideal candidate is passionate about being part of a "change," and working in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment focused on speed, stability, and security. The DevSecOps Engineer provides hands-on expertise to integrate and maintain the security posture for corporate systems that support Federal programs, ensuring a successful program Authority To Operate (ATO). You will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and maintaining systems and procedures to safeguard internal information systems, networks, and CI/CD pipelines through automation. Applicant Requirements: US citizen or must be authorized to work in the United States Must have lived in the USA for three years of the last five years Must be able to obtain a US federal gov badge and eligible for Public Trust clearance Must be able to pass a background check, including a drug test Job Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain security automation throughout the entire SDLC, integrating security into the CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins/Github and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles. Run and manage security scans with tools such as Snyk (SAST/SCA) and establish automated tracking and enforcement mechanisms for vulnerability remediation. Integrate and manage security workloads running on AWS containers and ensure container image scanning and runtime security policies are enforced. Design, manage, and maintain source code for AWS infrastructure in GitHub and manage automated pipelines, ensuring security checks and gates are embedded in every deployment. Maintain security information on JIRA/Confluence and actively participate in agile DevSecOps practices, promoting a "Secure-by-Design" culture. Provides hands-on support for developing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies as code. Maintain operational security posture for Enterprise Salesforce FISMA system by ensuring security is baked into configuration and deployment practices. Implement security tools, security tool usage, and policy-as-code to ensure configurations remain compliant and configured properly, all while ensuring a successful program ATO. Automate vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support continuous monitoring and authorization. Manages changes to the system and assesses the security impact of those changes through automated compliance checks. Assists with the management of security aspects of the information system and performs day-to-day security operations of the system Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information Performs vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation Prepares and reviews documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs) Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline Minimum of 6 years related experience in Information Technology including 4 years in the DevSecOps or Application Security (AppSec) space. Demonstrated hands-on experience in cloud environments such as AWS Commercial and GovCloud, specifically with security automation, logging, and monitoring services (e.g., GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail). Expertise in CI/CD pipeline management and the integration of security tools for Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and Software Composition Analysis (SCA). Required: Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Snyk, GitHub, JIRA, and Confluence to implement and manage the end-to-end DevSecOps toolchain. Demonstrated work experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) security (e.g., using Checkov or Terrascan on Terraform/CloudFormation). (Preferred) Experience with Salesforce Platform and tool ecosystem (Preferred) Salesforce or any other platform tool - Configuration/Setup of External Client Applications and Secure Communications (TLS) (Preferred) AppOmni - Have used it and can manage issues, perform new org additions and configurations. Strong background in the certification and accreditation process (ATO) and the ability to automate compliance checks against frameworks like FISMA, NIST, and FedRAMP. Possesses working knowledge of business security practices, current security automation tools, and policy-as-code implementation. Demonstrated working knowledge of vulnerability assessment and penetration testing processes, focusing on how to automate these checks. Experience with Government Agency Security Assessment Process in support of maintaining and/or establishing an ATO and the appropriate boundary. Experience with, understanding of and adherence to guidelines such as FISMA, NIST, HIPPA, and IRS Pub-1075 (Preferred) Preferred Certifications: Require AWS DevOps or SysOps or equivalent Certification Preferably possess industry certification such as the CISSP, CEH, GIAC, etc Job Type: Full Time Salary: BOE Benefits: 401(k) with employer contribution Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (option for full coverage for employee) Life, ST/LT insurance Professional development opportunities Schedule: 8 hour shift May include minimal after hours support depending on deployment schedule Work Type: Hybrid remote in Ellicott City, MD 21043 1 to 2 days in office weekly