Senior Cloud / DevSecOps Engineer -Top Secret Clearance Required

Job Description 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 InfrastructureCybersecurityAutomationAI-enabled systemsIf 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 resilienceDevelop Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)Implement DevSecOps best practices across the SDLCDeploy and manage containerized systems (Kubernetes, Docker)Integrate security tools (SAST, DAST, container scanning, secrets management)Automate compliance aligned to NIST, RMF, and Zero Trust frameworksSupport 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 DevSecOpsHands-on experience with:AWS, Azure, or similar cloud platformsCI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions)Kubernetes / DockerTerraform or other IaC toolsStrong scripting skills (Python, Bash)Experience in secure, regulated, or classified environmentsPreferred:CI or FS PolygraphSecurity certifications (Security+, CISSP, AWS, etc.)Experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal programsExposure to AI/ML infrastructure, platform engineering, or data pipelinesCompensation:Base Salary: $140K – $190K+Higher for poly-cleared and specialized experienceFull benefits + long-term program stabilityLocations:Primary markets (highest demand):Northern Virginia (Reston, Herndon, Chantilly)Maryland (Columbia, Annapolis Junction, Fort Meade)Washington, DCColorado Springs, COHuntsville, ALAdditional opportunities:Tampa, FLSan Diego, CACharleston, SCDayton, OHCandidates 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 securityJoin programs investing heavily in cloud, automation, and AI-enabled platformsBe part of a high-demand talent network with access to multiple opportunitiesGain exposure to cutting-edge DevSecOps and Zero Trust architecturesApply / 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.#DevSecOps #CloudEngineering #TSSCI #ClearedJobs #CyberSecurity #AIInfrastructure #PlatformEngineering #Kubernetes #AWS #ZeroTrust #DoD #IntelligenceCommunity #Automation #TopSecretJobs