Sr Site Reliability Engineer, Secure Federal Operations

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This role is responsible for designing and implementing secure, scalable, and highly reliable technology solutions across cloud platforms, networking, and cybersecurity domains. This role combines advanced expertise in system architecture, cloud engineering (Azure, AWS), and DevSecOps practices to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security of enterprise systems. Key responsibilities include managing identity and access controls, certificate lifecycle, patch management using SCCM, and automation through scripting. Additionally, the role oversees Microsoft 365 (M365) services to ensure seamless collaboration, compliance, and security across productivity platforms. Success is measured by improved security posture, operational efficiency, and enhanced service reliability, directly impacting organizational performance and customer experience.

This is a hybrid position required to be in-office at least 2 days a week.

T-Mobile requires U.S. citizenship for certain roles within the organization. This role requires U.S. citizenship. Individuals hired into this role will be required to submit documentation proving U.S. citizenship within the first 7 days of hire - failure to do so will result in termination.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

System Architecture & Reliability

• Develop and implement system designs to improve software delivery speed and operational efficiency.

• Lead architecture for cross-domain programs ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.

• Deliver solutions that enhance service availability, scalability, latency, and efficiency.

Cloud & Platform Engineering

• Design and deploy solutions on Azure and AWS.

• Build and operate cloud-native platforms (Kubernetes, service mesh, ingress, policy engines).

• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automated deployments.

Identity & Access Management

• Administer Active Directory and integrate with cloud identity solutions.

• Configure 802.1X authentication for secure network access.

• Manage digital certificates lifecycle (issuance, renewal, revocation)

Networking & Security

• Manage DNS, TCP/IP networks, and network segmentation.

• Implement firewalls, VPNs, and Zero Trust principles.

• Apply cybersecurity frameworks and monitor vulnerabilities.

Operating Systems & Patch Management

• Maintain and secure Windows and Linux servers.

• Utilize SCCM for patch management and compliance reporting.

• Perform OS hardening and lifecycle management.

Microsoft 365 Administration

• Manage M365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.

• Ensure compliance, security, and availability of collaboration platforms.

• Implement policies for data governance and identity integration with M365.

Automation & Scripting

• Develop scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Bash to automate tasks.

• Support CI/CD pipelines and cloud enablement.

Monitoring & Incident Management

• Use APM tools (AppDynamics) and observability platforms (Splunk) for troubleshooting.

• Participate in incident/problem management and disaster recovery planning.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to design secure, scalable, and highly available systems across hybrid and cloud environments

• Integration

• Cybersecurity Frameworks

• Ability to lead architecture design

• Ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable technical solutions.

• Performance tuning, capacity planning

• Cloud Computing

QUALIFICATIONS:

Base Pay Range: $107,300 - $193,500

Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, https://paylookup.t-mobile.com/paylookup?reqID=REQ354607&paradox=1

At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.

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