Lead Engineer - Cloud & DevSecOps (Top Secret Cleared) - MASS

• Architect, develop, and maintain systems in secure cloud environments, primarily Azure.
• Oversee implementation of DevSecOps pipelines using GitLab CI/CD and Artifactory.
• Collaborate closely with aircraft platform groups, mission systems teams, and networking specialists to ensure seamless system integration.
• Define and enforce secure development practices aligned with government cybersecurity standards and program requirements.
• Comfortable in SCIF for 50% of time onsite
• Drive technical roadmaps, backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Provide hands-on engineering support and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers.
• Ensure compliance with security controls, accreditation processes, and configuration management policies.
• Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations to program leadership and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Applied Research Solutions seeks a highly skilled Lead Engineer to support a mission-critical U.S. Government program focused on secure cloud software development, aircraft platform integration, and enterprise DevSecOps modernization. The ideal candidate brings technical depth, leadership experience, and a strong understanding of secure development practices within classified environments. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact through technical excellence and leadership in a fast-paced, classified environment, we’d love to hear from you., * US Citizenship required.

• Active Top-Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• Proven experience leading software or DevSecOps teams on government or defense programs.
• Proficiency with GitLab (source control, CI/CD pipelines) and Artifactory (artifact management).
• Experience with cloud platforms, specifically Microsoft Azure.
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and NIST/DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Familiarity working with aircraft platforms, avionics environments, or related mission systems.
• Certification: Security+ CE (required), Azure AZ-204 or AZ-900 (required).
• Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, classified environments with multi-organizational stakeholders.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, Bicep).
• Knowledge of Zero Trust, container security, or K8s in secure enclaves.
• Understanding of military airworthiness, flight test, or embedded systems environments.
• Prior experience supporting multi-domain operations or cross-service integration.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.