Senior DevOps Engineer

Are you a seasoned DevSecOps engineer passionate about building secure, scalable, automated cloud environments? Join our team driving the sustainment and evolution of mission-critical platforms supporting defense and enterprise customers. In this role, you'll take ownership of complex Azure-based systems, refine and optimize CI/CD pipelines, strengthen cybersecurity posture, and guide modernization initiatives. You'll work with a collaborative, forward-leaning team that values innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement. This is a high-impact opportunity where your expertise directly shapes system reliability, security, and mission success.

This position is located in our Arlington, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

. Maintain Azure production and lower environments, including implementing security patches and vulnerability remediation.

. Execute and optimize software deployments across multiple environments.

. Perform database backups and support data reliability for PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

. Review container scan findings, coordinate remediation activities with CyberSecurity teams, and ensure compliance with security standards.

. Manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) and support recurring cybersecurity reviews.

. Coordinate deployment approvals with hosting providers and stakeholders.

. Execute software upgrades, improve system resiliency, and troubleshoot production issues.

. Implement, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.

. Monitor and tune infrastructure using Azure Monitor, leveraging Terraform for infrastructure as code.

Minimum 8 years of directly related DevOps, cloud engineering, or infrastructure experience.

. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or 4 additional years of relevant experience).

. Active Secret Clearance required

. Security+ certification required

. Technical Skills:

• Strong experience with Azure and Kubernetes.

• Proficiency in Terraform and GitLab-based CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience with Azure Monitor and container security best practices.

• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

. Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps-aligned environments.

. Strong communication and cross-team coordination abilities.

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:

. Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity compliance processes and enterprise service transitions.

. Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation and tooling.

. Experience across diverse cloud environments and modern DevOps toolchains.

. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and mentor junior engineers., + CompTIA Security+ DevOps Engineering

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $113,400.00 - $245,500.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation

. Comprehensive insurance options

. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

. Paid parental leave

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.