Lead DevOps Engineer

Job Duties And Responsibilities

Platform Architecture & Implementation: Architect, implement, and configure the M&S DevSecOps Platform, including core platform services, to support cloud and on-premises deployments. Design scalable and secure infrastructure solutions that meet the operational needs of Joint and Air Force training environments.

Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with integrated security tools (e.g., GitLab, SonarQube, Fortify) to ensure secure and efficient software delivery.

Containerization & Orchestration: Manage and optimize containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability. Implement and maintain container orchestration solutions to support modernized M&S systems.

Cybersecurity & Compliance: Ensure platform reliability, availability, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, including RMF and NIST 800-53 frameworks. Collaborate with security teams to remediate vulnerabilities and implement security best practices across the platform.

Collaboration & Modernization Support: Work closely with development, security, and operations teams to support system modernization, transition engineering, and sustainment efforts. Provide technical leadership in integrating DevSecOps practices into the software development lifecycle.

Monitoring & Optimization: Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure platform performance and operational readiness. Continuously evaluate and optimize platform performance, scalability, and security.

Job Requirements (Education/Skills/Experience)

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years in DevSecOps roles across multiple projects.
• Hands-on experience with programming languages such as C++ and Python, as well as DevSecOps tools and practices.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Certifications: Must possess Security+ CE or Linux+ certifications.
• Expertise in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and DevSecOps practices.
• Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks, including RMF and NIST 800-53.
• Proficiency in containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native architectures.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a secure, scalable, and reliable Modeling and Simulation (M&S) DevSecOps Platform for both cloud and on-premises environments.

Qualifications

Active Secret clearance required.

Skills

• Programming languages such as C++ and Python
• DevSecOps tools and practices
• Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• CI/CD pipelines
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53)

Benefits

Employer provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible work schedule.