Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer & Administrator to support enterprise cloud modernization, secure CI/CD automation, Azure DevOps platform administration, and GitHub Enterprise operations within a large-scale enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Enterprise, Azure cloud infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), PowerShell scripting, CI/CD pipeline engineering, and secure DevOps practices. This role requires strong collaboration with development, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and operations teams in a compliance-driven enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

Azure DevOps & Administration

• Administer and support Azure DevOps Services including:
• Repos
• Pipelines
• Boards
• Artifacts
• Test Plans

• Manage Azure DevOps security groups, permissions, service connections, branch policies, and agent pools.
• Administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud/Server environments including repositories, organizations, teams, permissions, and SSO integrations.
• Implement repository governance, branching standards, RBAC controls, audit logging, and compliance policies.
• Monitor platform performance and troubleshoot Azure DevOps and GitHub issues.
• Support DevOps platform upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on vulnerability remediation, audit readiness, governance, and compliance activities.

CI/CD Pipeline Engineering

• Design, develop, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines using:
• Azure Pipelines
• GitHub Actions

• Build YAML-based and classic release pipelines for automated build, deployment, and release management.
• Implement automated testing, code scanning, deployment approvals, release gates, and artifact management.
• Develop reusable pipeline templates and automation workflows.
• Integrate pipelines with Azure services including:
• Azure App Services
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Azure Functions
• Azure SQL
• Azure Key Vault
• Azure Storage

• Support secure deployment and release management processes.
• Troubleshoot deployment, infrastructure, automation, and pipeline issues.

Collaboration & Technical Support

• Partner with development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and business teams on modernization initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance on DevOps best practices, Git workflows, GitHub administration, branching strategies, and CI/CD automation.
• Support onboarding of new applications and teams into Azure DevOps and GitHub environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge transfer activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, operational procedures, and support guides.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, security, platform maturity, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Azure DevOps administration and engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Azure DevOps Services
• GitHub Enterprise
• Azure cloud administration
• CI/CD pipeline engineering

• Experience developing YAML pipelines using Azure Pipelines and/or GitHub Actions.
• Strong experience with Git workflows, branching strategies, and DevOps methodologies.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep).
• Strong scripting experience with PowerShell.
• Experience supporting enterprise systems in regulated or compliance-driven environments.
• Knowledge of RBAC, cloud governance, audit logging, repository security, and access controls.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience working in enterprise cloud modernization environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certifications:
• AZ-400
• AZ-104
• AZ-305

• GitHub Certifications:
• GitHub Administration
• GitHub Actions
• GitHub Foundations

• Experience with:
• Azure Monitor
• Application Insights
• Log Analytics

• Experience supporting cloud security, vulnerability remediation, compliance, or audit activities.
• Experience with .NET, Java, Node.js, or modern application development environments.
• Experience working in government, healthcare, or enterprise environments.
• Experience with GitHub Copilot or AI-assisted software development tools.

Technical Skills

• Azure DevOps
• GitHub Enterprise
• Azure Cloud
• CI/CD Pipelines
• GitHub Actions
• Azure Pipelines
• Terraform
• Bicep
• ARM Templates
• PowerShell
• Kubernetes
• AKS
• Azure Functions
• Azure SQL
• DevOps Automation
• Infrastructure as Code
• Cloud Security
• RBAC
• Git Workflows
• YAML Pipelines
• Release Management
• Cloud Governance
• Enterprise DevOps
• Application Modernization

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid role based in Harrisburg, PA.
• Initial onsite requirement:
• Wednesdays & Thursdays for first 3 months.

• After initial period:
• Minimum 1 onsite day per month.

• Candidates must have reliable high-speed internet for remote work.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional enterprise teams.
• Strong focus on automation, security, process improvement, and operational excellence.