Senior Consultant - Senior DevOps Engineer

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As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a critical role in our organization by designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines while integrating security tools to establish a robust DevSecOps environment. You will utilize your expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and container orchestration to optimize our cloud infrastructure and enhance deployment processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), container security, and modern CI/CD practices, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with development and security teams to embed security checks throughout the development lifecycle.

Technical Specialist will be responsible for

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines with integration of security tools like AquaSec, Mend, Checkmarx, and SonarQube for DevSecOps
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep for scalable and secure infrastructure deployment
• Manage and optimize Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, including deployments using Helm charts
• Implement container security with AquaSec and ensure compliance with best practices in AKS environments
• Integrate Mend into CI/CD pipelines to manage open-source dependencies and vulnerabilities.
• Perform static application security testing (SAST) using Checkmarx and enable secure code scanning
• Set up SonarQube to analyze code quality and enforce coding standards.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to embed security checks into the development lifecycle
• Use Docker or similar containerization technologies to package and deploy applications consistently across different environments.
• Deploy applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) or on-premise servers, configure web servers (Nginx, Apache), and manage domains and SSL certificates.

People Responsibilities

• Act as the lead resource for platform DevOps activities, guiding the team in best practices and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Architect to align DevOps strategies with overall enterprise architecture and business objectives
• Mentor and train junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of DevOps practices
• Lead efforts to establish and maintain DevOps standards, processes, and tools across the organization
• Advocate for and implement automation solutions to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention in deployment processes
• Participate in architectural discussions and provide insights on how DevOps practices can support and enhance system design and implementation

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Thorough working knowledge of:

• CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps, with a focus on integrating security workflows to enhance the software development lifecycle.
• Container security solutions, particularly AquaSec, and open-source dependency management tools like Mend, to ensure the security and compliance of applications.
• Static Application Security Testing (SAST) methodologies, specifically using Checkmarx, to identify vulnerabilities in code and enforce secure coding practices.
• Code quality analysis tools, including SonarQube, to maintain high coding standards and improve overall software quality.
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Docker environments, with a strong understanding of container orchestration and management.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation, enabling automated and scalable infrastructure deployment.
• Basic programming languages, particularly Python and .NET, for developing custom integrations and automating pipeline processes.
• Cloud environments, specifically AWS and Azure, and their respective services to effectively manage and deploy applications in the cloud.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
• Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations
• Apply creative solutions to challenging problems and ensure business needs are met effectively
• Build strong working relationships with other teams both inside and outside the organization
• Evaluate new products and technologies, create POCs and provide feedback.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus 6 or more years of programming and analysis experience (or equivalent experience)
• Relevant professional certifications
• Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Azure Monitor
• Strong documentation skills
  

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers and have a very strong attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple and/or unexpected deadlines in a demanding environment.

What working at EY offers

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you
  

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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