Senior Cloud / DevSecOps Engineer -Top Secret Clearance Required

Overview:

We are actively building a pipeline of elite Cloud & DevSecOps Engineers (TS/SCI) to support a portfolio of high-impact programs across DoD and Intelligence Community environments.

This is an opportunity to work on next-generation platforms at the intersection of:

• Cloud Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity
• Automation
• AI-enabled systems

If you're passionate about building secure, scalable, cloud-native systems that power mission-critical operations, this is where your work has real impact.

What You'll Do:

• Architect and deploy secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines for speed, security, and resilience
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)
• Implement DevSecOps best practices across the SDLC
• Deploy and manage containerized systems (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Integrate security tools (SAST, DAST, container scanning, secrets management)
• Automate compliance aligned to NIST, RMF, and Zero Trust frameworks
• Support AI/ML platform infrastructure and data pipelines (where applicable)

What You Bring:

• Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance (required)
• 5+ years in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, or DevSecOps
• Hands-on experience with:
  • AWS, Azure, or similar cloud platforms
  • CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions)
  • Kubernetes / Docker
  • Terraform or other IaC tools
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash)
• Experience in secure, regulated, or classified environments

Preferred:

• CI or FS Polygraph
• Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, AWS, etc.)
• Experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal programs
• Exposure to AI/ML infrastructure, platform engineering, or data pipelines

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $140K – $190K+
• Higher for poly-cleared and specialized experience
• Full benefits + long-term program stability

Locations:

Primary markets (highest demand):

• Northern Virginia (Reston, Herndon, Chantilly)
• Maryland (Columbia, Annapolis Junction, Fort Meade)
• Washington, DC
• Colorado Springs, CO
• Huntsville, AL

Additional opportunities:

• Tampa, FL
• San Diego, CA
• Charleston, SC
• Dayton, OH

Candidates typically align to a program location; some flexibility may be available depending on assignment.

Why This Opportunity:

• Work on mission-critical systems that directly impact national security
• Join programs investing heavily in cloud, automation, and AI-enabled platforms
• Be part of a high-demand talent network with access to multiple opportunities
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge DevSecOps and Zero Trust architectures

Apply / Connect:

If you're open to exploring current or upcoming opportunities, we'd welcome the chance to connect. Even if timing isn't immediate, we're prioritizing engagement with top cleared engineers as demand continues to accelerate across programs.

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