Senior DevSecOps Engineer (MDA)

Auria is looking to hire a PKI Engineer to support the Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program. The primary work location can be in either Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL.

The selected candidate will support the C2BMC DevSecOps team in designing, developing, testing, implementing, and integrating PKI solutions to focus on code signing and key management operations. The PKI engineer will design and implement a certificate lifecycle management process. The selected candidate will have extensive experience managing and maintaining PKI environments and Active Directory Certificate Services. Work with the architecture, engineering, operations, and support teams to integrate the PKI solution into the program in accordance with NIST 800-57 and CNS 1300 standards.  Applying extensive expertise, solving complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity, work performed without appreciable direction, and reviewing for desired results from a relatively long time perspective; erroneous decisions would normally result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives; may function in project leadership roles and represents the organization as prime customer contact on significant technical matters on contracts.  Demonstrated ability to multi-task, be self-initiated, and work independently.  Excellent organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills to evaluate situations, make recommendations, and take effective action—knowledge and technical problem-resolution skills.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in efforts related to designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining digital code signing
• Manage certificate enrollment, renewal, and revocation processes
• Ensure the security and integrity of the PKI environment
• Monitor and troubleshoot PKI and Active Directory Certificate Services, collaborating with other Cyber, IT, and Operational teams to integrate PKI solutions with existing systems
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in PKI and Active Directory Certificate Services
• Support processes and implement capabilities to support application code integrity, secure SDLC activities, and key management
• Develop and maintain critical technical and cyber infrastructure and capabilities for certificate management
• Implement security measures to protect against unauthorized access and ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies
• Responsible for working independently / solo on large projects and, at other times, will be in a collaborative team environment with other DevSecOps engineers and other program development and deployment teams

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• Current/active in-scope DoD issued SECRET security clearance (TS/SCI is highly desired).
• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience
• or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience,
• or a PhD and 4 years of experience,
• or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• DoD 8140 certification at IAM Level III or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) is required to start
• Experience with Linux/Unix, Windows, scripting (with programming languages such as:
• Bash
• PowerShell or Perl
• SQL
• LDAP
• Web services
• Develop PowerShell scripts for administrative and automation tasks
• Support Security Engineering efforts and Cyber Roadmap development and maturation
• Support ongoing Security Engineering and architecture efforts
• Understanding of X.509 Certificate Management Standards
• Understanding of NIST 800-57 and CNS 1300 PKI Standards
• 5-7 years of experience supporting Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services and PKI technologies

Salary Range:The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($125,000 - $140,000).

About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.