Cloud DevSecOps Engineer (Senior-Level)
Columbia, MDCloud DevSecOps Engineer (Senior-Level)
Location: Columbia, MD
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Senior (12+ years)
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with polygraph required
Position Overview
The selected candidate will serve as a Cloud DevSecOps Engineer supporting the design, deployment, and security of cloud-based infrastructure in a mission-focused environment. This role emphasizes building scalable, resilient systems that enable software delivery, data processing, and automated workflows.
The candidate will operate at the intersection of development, operations, and security, ensuring that infrastructure is reliable, maintainable, and compliant with operational requirements. This position requires direct engagement with technical teams and end users to design solutions that effectively support mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Engineering
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure in platforms such as AWS and/or Azure
- Ensure infrastructure is secure, resilient, and aligned with operational requirements
- Support deployment and sustainment of mission-critical systems
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Develop and manage infrastructure using code-based approaches (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
- Maintain configuration management and automate provisioning processes
- Ensure repeatability and consistency across environments
Automation & Tooling
- Develop automation scripts (e.g., Python) to integrate systems and streamline workflows
- Reduce manual processes through scalable automation solutions
- Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
DevSecOps Integration
- Integrate security practices into development and deployment pipelines
- Ensure systems meet compliance and security requirements without impacting delivery timelines
- Collaborate with development teams to implement secure and efficient workflows
Requirements & Collaboration
- Engage with stakeholders and development teams to gather infrastructure requirements
- Translate operational needs into scalable and secure architecture solutions
- Provide ongoing support and enhancements based on user feedback
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (or additional experience in lieu of degree)
- Strong proficiency in Python for scripting and automation
- Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
- Demonstrated expertise with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
- Strong foundation in Linux systems administration
- Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Git-based platforms)
- Experience working in a DevSecOps or DevOps environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AI-assisted software development or engineering workflows
- Familiarity with agent-based or AI-driven automation frameworks
- Knowledge of signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection and analysis systems
- Experience supporting operational CNO capabilities and environments
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Desired Attributes
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and collaboration across technical teams
- High level of ownership, adaptability, and attention to detail
- Commitment to building secure, scalable, and reliable systems
Benefits & Total Compensation
Compensation & Retirement
- Highly competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Employee referral bonus program (up to $10,000 per referral)
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with up to 10% profit-sharing contribution
Paid Time Off & Leave
- 25 days of paid time off annually
- PTO buy-back program
- 11 paid holidays annually (with flexible scheduling options)
- 3 additional paid site closure days per year
- Paid bereavement leave
- Paid parental leave:
- 8 weeks childbirth leave for birthing parent
- 4 weeks bonding leave for all parents (birth or adoption)
Health & Insurance
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, limited purpose)
- Company-paid basic life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Education & Professional Development
- Unlimited company-funded training courses and industry conferences
- Education assistance and continuing education support
- Up to 5 paid training days per year
Additional Benefits
- Company-provided apparel
- Regular company-sponsored events, including family-friendly gatherings and social events
- Annual holiday celebration
Benefits are subject to change based on contract and organizational policies.
Additional Information
- This position requires work to be performed on-site in a secure environment
- Candidates must maintain an active security clearance
- U.S. citizenship may be required based on contract requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.