Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to join our team. This role will work within our government facility with the Operations team while representing the interests of our DevSecOps leadership. Ensuring flawless software deployment in the production environment and bridging the gap between our DevSecOps and Operations teams is crucial.
Locations:
- Annapolis, MD or Ft. Meade, MD 3-5 days / week. Travel is required for about 10% of the time supporting user validation events and training
Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation and maintenance of end-to-end CI/CD pipelines using our mature DevSecOps platform
- Develop and execute Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Ansible for consistent and repeatable deployments across cloud and data center environments
- Create comprehensive Systems Design documents and Architecture definitions
- Ensure seamless deployment of containerized applications on OpenShift and non-containerized applications in the data center
- Integrate and optimize DataOps and AI/ML workflows within our DevSecOps processes
- Implement and maintain monitoring solutions using Prometheus and Grafana for reporting
- Track and report on DORA metrics for KPI measurement
- Ensure compliance with government security standards, including FIPS requirements
- Collaborate with development teams to improve code quality, security, and performance
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the production environment
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
Required Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in a senior DevSecOps or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) role within a DoD or highly regulated environment
- Strong proficiency in our DevSecOps toolchain, including:
- GitLab
- SonarQube
- Fortify
- Snyk
- Nexus Lifecycle Manager
- Nexus Repo
- Nexus Firewall
- Tenable
- Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security (ACS)
- OpenShift
- Expert-level knowledge of Ansible for Infrastructure as Code
- Experience with FIPS-compliant libraries and security implementations
- Strong background in cloud-native architectures and microservices
- Proficiency in YAML, JSON, HELM Charts, Node.js, .NET
- Experience with DataOps and AI/ML integration in DevSecOps workflows
- Strong understanding of security principles and best practices in software development
- Excellent technical writing skills for creating Systems Design documents and Architecture definitions
- Experience with Prometheus and Grafana for monitoring and reporting
- Familiarity with DORA metrics and KPI tracking in DevSecOps environments
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant professional-level certifications in DevSecOps (e.g., Redhat, CKA, CKAD, AWS/Azure/GCP certifications)
- Familiarity with government compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP)
- Experience with multi-cloud environments
Key Objectives:
- Ensure seamless deployment of software from the DevSecOps team to the production environment, including both containerized and non-containerized applications
- Optimize and streamline the deployment process to improve efficiency and reduce errors
- Enhance collaboration between DevSecOps and Operations teams
- Implement and maintain robust security measures throughout the software lifecycle
- Drive continuous improvement in our DevSecOps practices and toolchain
- Establish effective monitoring and reporting systems to track performance and security metrics
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of DevSecOps in a government setting, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices to deliver secure, high-quality software solutions across diverse deployment environments.
Benefits:
Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:
- 401k matching
- PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
- Education reimbursement
- Complimentary life insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday leave
- Onsite office gym access
- Commuter Benefits Plan
About Expression:
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Last updated on Dec 6, 2024