Job Title: Systems Analyst 3 (GitHub Administrator / DevSecOps) /// Austin, TX (Onsite – 3 days/week) /// Longterm Contract
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Location: Austin, TX (Onsite – 3 days/week)
Duration: Contract- 900 Hours
Location: The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st, Austin, Texas 78751.
In-person Interview required
Please do not submit candidates who are currently out of state and are planning to move to Texas. Candidates must already reside in Texas.
Job Summary
Overview
The Department of Information Resources (DIR) is seeking a highly experienced Systems Analyst 3 to support enterprise-level GitHub administration and DevSecOps enablement. This role focuses on governance, security, compliance, and CI/CD standardization across the software development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze business objectives, processes, and system requirements to recommend optimal technical solutions
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis and feasibility studies for system improvements
- Collaborate with stakeholders to document:
- Functional requirements
- Data inputs/outputs
- System workflows
- Develop detailed specifications for system enhancements or automation initiatives
- Evaluate system capabilities and constraints for implementation feasibility
GitHub / DevSecOps Responsibilities
- Administer and govern GitHub Enterprise (Cloud/Server) environments
- Implement RBAC, SAML/SSO, and branch protection policies
- Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions (YAML)
- Integrate pipelines with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
- Ensure audit readiness, compliance reporting, and access reviews
- Implement DevSecOps best practices across SDLC
- Utilize GitHub Advanced Security tools:
- CodeQL
- Secret Scanning
- Automate processes using scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Required Skills & Experience (Minimum 8 Years)
- Git-based version control administration
- GitHub Enterprise (Cloud or Server) management
- RBAC, SSO/SAML, and branch protection strategies
- GitHub Actions and workflow automation (YAML)
- CI/CD integration with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
- Audit logging, compliance, and governance frameworks
- Scripting for automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- DevSecOps implementation in enterprise environments
- GitHub Advanced Security (CodeQL, Secret Scanning)
Preferred Qualifications (4+ Years)
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep)
- Policy-as-code frameworks
- Documentation of governance standards and developer guidelines
- Experience conducting technical training / enablement sessions