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# Senior Director, Secure DevOps

- **Company:** Maximus, Inc.
- **Location:** Sacramento, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $204,400.0 - $306,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Databases, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, PostgreSQL, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Nagios, Network Administration, Network Protocols, NoSQL, Octopus Deploy, Oracle (Applications), Reliability Engineering, Ansible, Prometheus, Transport Layer Security, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Grafana, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Terraform, Software Version Control, Microservices
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.businessworkforce.com/job.asp?id=3373933035&tx=KJ6969FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in secure cloud architectures, Kubernetes, and cost-efficient DevOps solutions. In addition, we are looking for someone with proven success leading teams of engineers to develop capabilities for applications and infrastructures along with experience working with government agencies. This position requires comfort and experience with both the technical solutioning, providing analysis of alternatives, and stakeholder/product management., * Proven experience architecting and managing Kubernetes clusters and containerized deployments.

 * Expertise in designing secure, scalable cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).
 * Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize solution costs in cloud environments.
 * Extensive knowledge of CI/CD methodologies and infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm, etc.).
 * Expertise in Linux and Windows operating systems, network administration, and networking protocols/functions (HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP, DNS).
 * Experience with version control systems (Git) and container orchestration tools.
 * Ability to lead and deliver projects spanning multiple technical domains.
 * Excellent problem solving, analysis, and communication skills.
 * Experience mentoring and managing technical teams in Agile environments.
 * Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (Grafana, Prometheus) and GitOps tools (Argo CD, Flux CD, Fleet).
 * Professional cybersecurity certification (Security+ or similar) preferred.
 * Knowledge of relational and NoSQL database systems (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, etc.).
 * Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn new languages, frameworks, and technologies.

Minimum Requirements

'- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study.

-12+ years of relevant professional experience required.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

 * Bachelor's degree in a closely related field (Engineer, Computer Science).
 * 12+ years of experience as an engineer, architect, or solution architect. Additional years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Master's degree (MS) in closely related field (Engineering, Computer Science).

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## Description

The Senior Director, Secure DevOps will lead the design and implementation of resilient, scalable, and cost-effective DevOps solutions across diverse environments. This role requires a deep understanding of Kubernetes, cloud architectures, and solution cost management. You will guide Agile teams, mentor staff, and drive best practices in secure software delivery and infrastructure automation.This is a remote position, * Oversee the development and deployment of mission-critical infrastructure for cloud and on-premises environments.

 * Architect scalable, highly available, and secure cloud-based applications utilizing Kubernetes and microservices.
 * Drive the adoption and optimization of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
 * Manage solution cost by evaluating, selecting, and implementing cost-effective cloud resources and architectures.
 * Develop reusable infrastructure components for public and private cloud environments.
 * Direct multiple teams of DevOps engineers and site reliability engineers; ensure fulfillment of best practices for secure architecture and deployment.
 * Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and remove roadblocks.
 * Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure solutions meet functional, performance, and SLA thresholds.
 * Champion continuous improvement and innovation in DevOps processes and tools., * Mentor and coach DevOps engineers and site reliability engineers on best practices for secure architecture and deployment.


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