As a Staff DevOps Engineer (Security) at Onebrief, you will be responsible for enhancing the stability, security, and performance of our deployments. Your role includes developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating software deliveries, and ensuring compliance with DoD regulations. You'll collaborate with site reliability and security engineers to promote secure infrastructure management across both on-premise and cloud environments, ensuring that our technological solutions effectively support the operational needs of our military clients.

To qualify for the Staff DevOps Engineer (Security) position at Onebrief, you should possess at least 4+ years of relevant DevOps experience. Familiarity with AWS, Linux, container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Ansible is essential. Additionally, you should have knowledge of DoD compliance, including FedRamp processes and CMMC 2.0 requirements, as well as experience managing critical systems in IL5 and IL6 environments.

At Onebrief, we believe in continuously developing our team's skills and knowledge base. As a Staff DevOps Engineer (Security), you will have access to mentorship from seasoned professionals, training opportunities in cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance not only your technical abilities but also your understanding of compliance and security standards in the military context.

To be successful as a Staff DevOps Engineer (Security) at Onebrief, you should be proficient in AWS, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, and a range of automation tools including Helm, Ansible, and Terraform. An understanding of RMF security controls, STIGs, and SRGs, coupled with a solid grasp of CI/CD strategies, will empower you to maintain secure and efficient operations while delivering value through innovative solutions.

The team culture at Onebrief is built around collaboration, creativity, and a strong sense of purpose. As a Staff DevOps Engineer (Security), you'll join a diverse group of veterans and tech experts who are passionate about their work. We foster an environment where open communication is encouraged, individuals are recognized for their contributions, and everyone has the opportunity to grow and innovate, all while maintaining a low ego and high integrity.

When answering this question, discuss specific projects where you've utilized AWS and the measures you've taken to ensure security within cloud environments. It’s effective to mention any experiences with IAM policies, security groups, and how you’ve implemented best practices for securing cloud infrastructure.

In your response, highlight the importance of IaC in automated, consistent deployments. Talk about the tools you've used, such as Terraform or Ansible, and how IaC reduces manual error and enhances deployment efficiency. Use examples from your previous experience to illustrate these principles in action.

Your answer should detail the frameworks you have used for compliance, such as RMF or STIG checklists. Discuss any previous experiences you have had working on projects requiring FedRamp or CMMC compliance. Mention strategies you have successfully implemented to ensure ongoing compliance in your deployments.

In your response, choose a specific challenge that showcases your problem-solving ability. Explain the context, the obstacles you faced, the steps you took to address the issue, and the outcome. Emphasize how your approach aligns with collaborative problem-solving, as valued at Onebrief.

Discuss the various automation tools you have experience with, highlighting how they streamline processes, eliminate errors, and accelerate deployment cycles. Provide specific examples where automation improved efficiency in your past roles, making a clear case for its importance in a modern DevOps environment.

Your answer should emphasize your communication style and collaborative approaches. Discuss past experiences where you aligned DevOps practices with development teams, fostering a culture of cross-functional teamwork that enhances overall efficiency and security in the project pipeline.

Explain the strategies you use for active monitoring and maintenance, including threat detection tools, regular security audits, and compliance checks. Discuss how you have responded to security incidents in the past and measures you have implemented to proactively fortify system security.

List the CI/CD tools you are familiar with, like Jenkins or GitLab CI, and describe how you've integrated these into your workflow. Use examples of how CI/CD has improved deployment reliability and speed in past projects to strengthen your response.

Describe the components of a successful DevOps workflow, focusing on collaboration between development, testing, and operations. Discuss the importance of automation, continuous feedback loops, and rapid iteration in driving efficiency and quality in software releases.

This is your opportunity to express genuine interest in Onebrief's mission and culture. Articulate how your values align with the company’s vision of enhancing military operations and improving user experiences. Mention specific aspects of the company or role that excite you and how you see yourself contributing to its success.