Senior IT. SecDevOps Architect

Diverse Agile Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior IT DevSecOps Architect to support a critical modernization initiative for the Federal Reserve Board. This role will help design and implement a next-generation examiner workflow platform that will replace and enhance a legacy system using AWS GovCloud services.

The selected candidate will serve as the technical leader for DevSecOps architecture, cloud infrastructure automation, security integration, and CI/CD modernization efforts. This individual will be responsible for building secure, scalable, and compliant cloud-native environments while ensuring alignment with government security requirements and best practices., * Design, implement, and maintain secure AWS GovCloud environments supporting development, testing, staging, and production workloads.

• Lead DevSecOps architecture efforts for cloud-native application development and deployment.
• Design and implement enterprise CI/CD pipelines to support secure and automated software delivery.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and related automation tools.
• Integrate security controls throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Establish cloud governance, security standards, and operational best practices.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, deployment, and monitoring processes.
• Implement containerized solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or related technologies.
• Design and optimize microservices-based architectures and supporting orchestration frameworks.
• Collaborate with application developers, security engineers, architects, and business stakeholders.
• Configure and maintain cloud monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability solutions.
• Support identity and access management (IAM) design and implementation.
• Evaluate and recommend DevSecOps tools, technologies, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with federal security requirements and organizational standards.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, operational procedures, and implementation standards.
• Mentor team members and provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams.

Do you have experience in Version control?, The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in AWS GovCloud, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipeline engineering, cloud security, containerization, and automation technologies, along with a strong understanding of federal compliance frameworks., * U.S. Citizenship required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Architecture, or related disciplines.
• Extensive hands-on experience with AWS cloud technologies, particularly AWS GovCloud.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, secure architecture design, and risk management practices.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Terraform.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong scripting and automation experience using Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Experience with Git and modern source control management practices.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and ECS.
• Experience implementing automated testing frameworks and quality assurance processes.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts within cloud environments.
• Experience designing and managing cloud identity and access management solutions.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate across multiple teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills., * Experience supporting Federal Government agencies.
• Experience operating within highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and FISMA compliance requirements.
• Experience with Splunk for monitoring, analytics, and security operations.
• Experience implementing security automation and DevSecOps best practices.
• Experience supporting Agile and Scrum delivery environments.

Desired Certifications

Candidates should possess at least one of the following certifications (or equivalent):

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Kubernetes or Docker Certification
• GitLab Certified Git Associate
• GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate
• GitLab Certified Security Specialist
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate, * AWS GovCloud
• Terraform
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

DevSecOps & Automation

• CI/CD Pipelines
• Git
• GitLab
• Python
• Bash

Containerization & Orchestration

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Amazon ECS

Monitoring & Logging

• AWS CloudWatch
• Grafana
• Splunk (Preferred)

Security & Compliance

• NIST 800-53
• FISMA
• IAM
• Security Automation

Core Competencies

• DevSecOps Strategy & Architecture
• Cloud Infrastructure Engineering
• Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment
• Infrastructure Automation
• Security Engineering
• Container Platforms & Orchestration
• Microservices Architecture
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Compliance & Governance
• Reliability & Scalability Engineering

• Collaborate with highly skilled cloud, security, and software engineering professionals.
• Contribute to cutting-edge AWS GovCloud and DevSecOps transformation efforts.
• Join a growing MBE-certified technology consulting firm focused on innovation and excellence.
• Competitive compensation and long-term project stability.

Diverse Agile Solutions (DAS) is a Maryland-based, certified MBE/SBE/DBE technology consulting firm specializing in Agile transformation, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, and IT Staff Augmentation. We support federal, state, and commercial clients by delivering innovative, secure, and scalable technology solutions that accelerate digital transformation and mission success.

At DAS, we believe in fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence while creating opportunities for highly skilled professionals to solve complex business and technology challenges.