{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3d67c212fc3e5ea281419483","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3d67c212fc3e5ea281419483","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3d67c212fc3e5ea281419483","title":"Lead DevSecOps Engineer","description":"Clearance Level\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nCategory\nCyber and IT Risk Management\nLocation\nChantilly, Virginia\n(Onsite Workplace)\n\nKey Skills For Success\n\nCollaboration\n\nEmerging Technologies\n\nInnovation\n\nSecure Software Development\n\nSecurity Software\n\nREQ#: RQ229564\nPublic Trust: None\nRequisition Type: Pipeline\nYour Impact\n\nOwn your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.\n\nJob Description\n\nWhy GDIT\n\nAre you ready to be a part of an elite team at GDIT, working on a large-scale, pioneering National Intelligence program? This is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself into an environment that fuses innovation, speed, and security to safeguard our Nation.\n\nAt GDIT, you'll thrive in a dynamic and collaborative setting, where your technical skills will be both challenged and expanded. This program offers the chance to engage with cutting-edge technologies and contemporary development practices in support of a vital mission. You'll play a critical role in addressing some of the most intricate security and operational challenges facing Intelligence and Homeland Security today.\n\nCome join us and contribute to a mission that truly matters, while advancing your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.\n\nOverview\n\nGDIT is seeking a Lead DevSecOps Engineer to drive the implementation and maturation of our unclassified engineering environment in support of a large-scale software development and modernization IDIQ program. This role will define and lead the DevSecOps strategy across a diverse application portfolio, accelerating modernization, standardization, and delivery for mission customers.\n\nYou will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer and Solutions Architect, and will be directly managed by the Solutions Architect. Together, you will establish a unified vision, architecture, and operating model that enables consistent, secure, and scalable software delivery across the program.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead Unclassified Environment Implementation\n\nArchitect, implement, and evolve GDIT’s unclassified DevSecOps environment to support multi-team software development and modernization efforts.\n\nDefine environment patterns and templates that can be rapidly replicated across task orders and projects.\n\nStrategic DevSecOps Vision & Roadmapping\n\nDevelop a unified DevSecOps strategy and technical vision for the IDIQ, aligning with the Solutions Architect and Lead Systems Engineer.\n\nCreate and maintain roadmaps for tools, platforms, and practices to standardize DevSecOps across the application portfolio.\n\nIntegrate modernization roadmaps across teams, ensuring consistent patterns for build, test, deploy, and operations.\n\nCode Assessment & Modernization Approach\n\nDefine and implement a code assessment framework to evaluate legacy and modern applications (e.g., code quality, technical debt, security posture, cloud readiness).\n\nRecommend modernization approaches (refactor, replatform, retire, replace) based on assessment outcomes, mission priorities, and risk.\n\nEstablish metrics and dashboards that provide visibility into application health, delivery performance, and modernization progress.\n\nDevSecOps CI/CD & Data Pipelines\n\nDesign, implement, and optimize DevOps CI/CD pipelines for applications supporting the Intelligence Community (IC) and related environments.\n\nDesign data pipelines to support data-centric applications, analytics, and mission workflows, with a focus on scalability, resilience, and security.\n\nEmbed security controls, static/dynamic analysis, and compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines (“shift left” security).\n\nStandardization & Tooling\n\nIdentify, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, tools, and platforms (e.g., container platforms, orchestration, IaC, security tools) to enhance the DevSecOps ecosystem.\n\nStandardize toolchains and delivery patterns to reduce fragmentation, increase reuse, and improve reliability across teams.\n\nDefine and maintain reference architectures, templates, and playbooks for application onboarding, build, test, deploy, and operations.\n\nCollaboration & Leadership\n\nPartner with the Lead Systems Engineer to align DevSecOps practices with system architecture, integration, and performance requirements.\n\nWork under the direction of the Solutions Architect to ensure DevSecOps strategy aligns with overall solution architecture and customer objectives.\n\nProvide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development, infrastructure, and security engineers across the program.\n\nEvangelize DevSecOps culture, automation-first mindset, and continuous improvement practices.\n\nSecurity, Compliance & Reliability\n\nEnsure DevSecOps practices meet IC security expectations and applicable standards (e.g., zero trust principles, secure coding, STIGs where applicable).\n\nImplement observability, monitoring, logging, and incident response patterns as part of the delivery pipeline.\n\nDrive improvements in system reliability, availability, and performance through automation and feedback loops.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience.\n\n8+ years of relevant experience in DevOps/DevSecOps, software engineering, or systems engineering.\n\nDemonstrated experience leading DevOps/DevSecOps implementations for complex software portfolios or large programs.\n\nHands-on experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar.\n\nExperience designing and implementing data pipelines (e.g., using Kafka, NiFi, Airflow, Spark, or cloud-native data services).\n\nExperience working with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).\n\nProficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).\n\nStrong background in secure software development practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets management).\n\nExperience supporting or integrating with systems for the Intelligence Community (IC) or similar high-security environments.\n\nStrong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate with architects, systems engineers, and multi-disciplinary teams.\n\nU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance level, if not already held.\n\nDesired Skills and Experience\n\nPrior experience implementing DevSecOps environments for IDIQ or multi-award contract vehicles.\n\nExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or IC-specific clouds) and cloud-native architectures.\n\nFamiliarity with microservices architectures, API-first design, and event-driven systems.\n\nExperience with observability stacks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, Splunk, OpenTelemetry).\n\nKnowledge of IC security and compliance frameworks, accreditation processes, and risk management approaches.\n\nExperience defining code assessment methodologies and tools for portfolio analysis and modernization planning.\n\nDemonstrated success standardizing toolchains and practices across multiple teams or organizations.\n\nRelevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure DevOps, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), CISSP, Security+, SAFe DevOps).\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\n\nA strategic mindset with the ability to translate mission and business goals into a coherent DevSecOps roadmap.\n\nA bias for automation and standardization, with a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.\n\nThe ability to lead by influence, drive consensus, and uplift the technical maturity of teams across the program.\n\nIf you’re excited to shape a modern, secure, and scalable DevSecOps ecosystem that accelerates software modernization for mission-critical customers, we’d like to hear from you.\n\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n\n8 + years of related experience\n\n* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\n\nCertification\n\nTravel Required\n\nNone\n\nCitizenship\n\nU.S. Citizenship Required\n\nSalary and Benefit Information\n\nThe likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\n\nOur Identity Verification Process\n\nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.\n\nAbout Our Work\n\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.\n\nJoin our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans","company":"General Dynamics Information Technology","rawCompany":"generaldynamicsinformationtechnology","city":"Gaithersburg","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-02T12:54:48.100Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead DevSecOps Engineer","description":"Clearance Level\nTop Secret SCI + Polygraph\nCategory\nCyber and IT Risk Management\nLocation\nChantilly, Virginia\n(Onsite Workplace)\n\nKey Skills For Success\n\nCollaboration\n\nEmerging Technologies\n\nInnovation\n\nSecure Software Development\n\nSecurity Software\n\nREQ#: RQ229564\nPublic Trust: None\nRequisition Type: Pipeline\nYour Impact\n\nOwn your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.\n\nJob Description\n\nWhy GDIT\n\nAre you ready to be a part of an elite team at GDIT, working on a large-scale, pioneering National Intelligence program? This is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself into an environment that fuses innovation, speed, and security to safeguard our Nation.\n\nAt GDIT, you'll thrive in a dynamic and collaborative setting, where your technical skills will be both challenged and expanded. This program offers the chance to engage with cutting-edge technologies and contemporary development practices in support of a vital mission. You'll play a critical role in addressing some of the most intricate security and operational challenges facing Intelligence and Homeland Security today.\n\nCome join us and contribute to a mission that truly matters, while advancing your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.\n\nOverview\n\nGDIT is seeking a Lead DevSecOps Engineer to drive the implementation and maturation of our unclassified engineering environment in support of a large-scale software development and modernization IDIQ program. This role will define and lead the DevSecOps strategy across a diverse application portfolio, accelerating modernization, standardization, and delivery for mission customers.\n\nYou will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer and Solutions Architect, and will be directly managed by the Solutions Architect. Together, you will establish a unified vision, architecture, and operating model that enables consistent, secure, and scalable software delivery across the program.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead Unclassified Environment Implementation\n\nArchitect, implement, and evolve GDIT’s unclassified DevSecOps environment to support multi-team software development and modernization efforts.\n\nDefine environment patterns and templates that can be rapidly replicated across task orders and projects.\n\nStrategic DevSecOps Vision & Roadmapping\n\nDevelop a unified DevSecOps strategy and technical vision for the IDIQ, aligning with the Solutions Architect and Lead Systems Engineer.\n\nCreate and maintain roadmaps for tools, platforms, and practices to standardize DevSecOps across the application portfolio.\n\nIntegrate modernization roadmaps across teams, ensuring consistent patterns for build, test, deploy, and operations.\n\nCode Assessment & Modernization Approach\n\nDefine and implement a code assessment framework to evaluate legacy and modern applications (e.g., code quality, technical debt, security posture, cloud readiness).\n\nRecommend modernization approaches (refactor, replatform, retire, replace) based on assessment outcomes, mission priorities, and risk.\n\nEstablish metrics and dashboards that provide visibility into application health, delivery performance, and modernization progress.\n\nDevSecOps CI/CD & Data Pipelines\n\nDesign, implement, and optimize DevOps CI/CD pipelines for applications supporting the Intelligence Community (IC) and related environments.\n\nDesign data pipelines to support data-centric applications, analytics, and mission workflows, with a focus on scalability, resilience, and security.\n\nEmbed security controls, static/dynamic analysis, and compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines (“shift left” security).\n\nStandardization & Tooling\n\nIdentify, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, tools, and platforms (e.g., container platforms, orchestration, IaC, security tools) to enhance the DevSecOps ecosystem.\n\nStandardize toolchains and delivery patterns to reduce fragmentation, increase reuse, and improve reliability across teams.\n\nDefine and maintain reference architectures, templates, and playbooks for application onboarding, build, test, deploy, and operations.\n\nCollaboration & Leadership\n\nPartner with the Lead Systems Engineer to align DevSecOps practices with system architecture, integration, and performance requirements.\n\nWork under the direction of the Solutions Architect to ensure DevSecOps strategy aligns with overall solution architecture and customer objectives.\n\nProvide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development, infrastructure, and security engineers across the program.\n\nEvangelize DevSecOps culture, automation-first mindset, and continuous improvement practices.\n\nSecurity, Compliance & Reliability\n\nEnsure DevSecOps practices meet IC security expectations and applicable standards (e.g., zero trust principles, secure coding, STIGs where applicable).\n\nImplement observability, monitoring, logging, and incident response patterns as part of the delivery pipeline.\n\nDrive improvements in system reliability, availability, and performance through automation and feedback loops.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience.\n\n8+ years of relevant experience in DevOps/DevSecOps, software engineering, or systems engineering.\n\nDemonstrated experience leading DevOps/DevSecOps implementations for complex software portfolios or large programs.\n\nHands-on experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar.\n\nExperience designing and implementing data pipelines (e.g., using Kafka, NiFi, Airflow, Spark, or cloud-native data services).\n\nExperience working with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).\n\nProficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).\n\nStrong background in secure software development practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets management).\n\nExperience supporting or integrating with systems for the Intelligence Community (IC) or similar high-security environments.\n\nStrong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate with architects, systems engineers, and multi-disciplinary teams.\n\nU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance level, if not already held.\n\nDesired Skills and Experience\n\nPrior experience implementing DevSecOps environments for IDIQ or multi-award contract vehicles.\n\nExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or IC-specific clouds) and cloud-native architectures.\n\nFamiliarity with microservices architectures, API-first design, and event-driven systems.\n\nExperience with observability stacks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, Splunk, OpenTelemetry).\n\nKnowledge of IC security and compliance frameworks, accreditation processes, and risk management approaches.\n\nExperience defining code assessment methodologies and tools for portfolio analysis and modernization planning.\n\nDemonstrated success standardizing toolchains and practices across multiple teams or organizations.\n\nRelevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure DevOps, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), CISSP, Security+, SAFe DevOps).\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\n\nA strategic mindset with the ability to translate mission and business goals into a coherent DevSecOps roadmap.\n\nA bias for automation and standardization, with a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.\n\nThe ability to lead by influence, drive consensus, and uplift the technical maturity of teams across the program.\n\nIf you’re excited to shape a modern, secure, and scalable DevSecOps ecosystem that accelerates software modernization for mission-critical customers, we’d like to hear from you.\n\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n\n8 + years of related experience\n\n* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\n\nCertification\n\nTravel Required\n\nNone\n\nCitizenship\n\nU.S. Citizenship Required\n\nSalary and Benefit Information\n\nThe likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. 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