DevOps Technical Lead

Computer World Services Corp (CWS) is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven DevOps Technical Lead who serves as a senior technical authority responsible for leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and Git-oriented DevOps ecosystem. This role integrates enterprise best practices across software development, platform engineering, infrastructure, and security, with a strong emphasis on automation and version-controlled environments.

DevOps Technical Lead oversees complex system engineering efforts, ensures alignment with government requirements, and provides leadership across DevOps, platform, network, and data center domains.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

DevOps & Platform Engineering

• Lead the implementation of a Git-oriented framework to enable version control, traceability, and auditability across all infrastructure, code, and configuration artifacts.
• Establish and enforce enterprise DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated testing, and security integration (DevOps).
• Drive a platform automation strategy, reducing manual processes through orchestration, scripting, and reusable pipelines.
• Oversee software configuration management, ensuring proper branching strategies, code reviews, and release governance.
• Design and implement secure, scalable DevOps pipelines supporting application development, database, storage, and platform services.
• Oversee, coordinate, and/or perform additions and changes to network hardware, operating systems, and associated devices.
• Provide direct support for day-to-day operations, including system utilization evaluation, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Participate in planning, design, technical reviews, and implementation of network infrastructure for voice and data communications.
• Maintain and enforce network infrastructure standards and ensure compliance with federal and enterprise requirements.

Application & Software Engineering Oversight

• Analyze and define complex system requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Design and develop software tools and subsystems to support reuse, domain analysis, and modular architecture.
• Manage software development lifecycle activities using formal methodologies, including data flow diagrams, CASE tools, and structured design techniques.
• Estimate development costs and schedules; track execution against milestones.
• Review and optimize existing applications to improve performance, reduce operating time, and enhance maintainability.
• Oversee software configuration management processes across development teams.

Data Center & Infrastructure Management

• Direct planning, coordination, and execution of data center operations, policies, and services.

• Maintain deep knowledge of infrastructure components, including:

• Microsoft, Linux, and UNIX-based systems

• Network and telecommunications equipment

• Enterprise storage solutions (e.g., NetApp)

• Identity services (e.g., Active Directory)

Oversee infrastructure monitoring and performance management using enterprise monitoring tools.

Ensure high availability, resilience, and security of data center operations.

Leadership, Governance & Support

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across DevOps, platform, and infrastructure teams.
• Deliver technical consultation, training, and guidance to government and contractor staff.
• Support governance processes, including architecture reviews, change management, and compliance enforcement.
• Diagnose and resolve highly complex system and communication issues across integrated environments.

• Experience supporting federal government environments (e.g., NIH, HHS, or similar).
• Familiarity with DevSecOps security frameworks (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP).
• Experience with cloud platforms and hybrid environments.

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership and strategic thinking
• Automation-first mindset
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to operate in complex, regulated environments, * B.S. in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or Engineering. (or equivalent experience), * Minimum of 5+ years software configuration management in a DevOps or software engineering environment.
• Demonstrated experience with Git-based version control systems and enterprise branching strategies.
• Proven experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and platform automation.
• Strong background in systems engineering, network operations, and infrastructure management.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in data center operations and infrastructure leadership.
• Experience analyzing complex system requirements and designing scalable solutions.
• Deep understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP) and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring and performance management tools.

Certifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure, CISSP, Security+, Kubernetes, or DevOps certifications).
• ITIL certification preferred.

Security Clearance

• Applicants must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance