> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/848958-lead-github-sme-azure-devops-and-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/848958-lead-github-sme-azure-devops-and-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead GitHub SME- Azure Devops and Architect - **Company:** IRIS SOFTWARE - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Integration Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Github, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, GitHub Copilot, Information Technology, Github Enterprise, Devsecops - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/92987878-8ae8-4644-af83-859c6ae49200 ## About the Role Experience: Minimum of 12 years of recent, demonstrated experience owning or architecting organizational-scale GitHub Enterprise platforms. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology or a related field. Technical Background: Strong background in DevSecOps, secure software development lifecycles (SDLC), pipeline-based security controls, and defining developer-centric workflows across a federated enterprise environment., Soft Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to produce clear standards, technical guidance, and executive-level presentations. ## Description Our Client which is a large Payroll Firm is urgently looking for Lead GitHub SME- Azure Devops and Architect. Lead GitHub SME- Azure Devops and Architect. 100 % Remote. Long Term Contract. Core Responsibilities Design and own the end-to-end GitHub platform, including organization structure, repository standards, and integration architecture. Establish and enforce strict developer standards for repository layouts and overall configuration workflows. Govern the GitHub security and control model, managing pipeline-based security, secrets protection, code scanning, and systematic remediation patterns. Design and evolve shared platform capabilities, including reusable workflows, automation patterns, and GitHub Copilot Agent strategies. Continuously update platform standards, guardrails, and integrations as GitHub capabilities and security requirements change. ## Related Videos - [Coffee With Developers - Kyle Daigle, COO of GitHub](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/910-coffee-with-developers-kyle-daigle-coo-of-github) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? Insights from 16 Years of Review Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1135-are-code-reviews-worth-it-insights-from-16-years-of-review-data) - [Best Practices for Using GitHub Secrets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1214-best-practices-for-using-github-secrets) - [Real-World Security for Busy Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1545-real-world-security-for-busy-developers) ## Related Articles - [4 reasons to start or update your GitHub profile](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/45-4-reasons-to-start-or-update-your-github-profile) - [The Top 10 GitHub Alternatives (2025)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/298-the-top-10-github-alternatives-2025) - [Liuba Gonta and Yuliya Khadasevic - GitHub Copilot Beyond the Basics - 10 Ways to Elevate Your Coding](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/490-liuba-gonta-and-yuliya-khadasevic-github-copilot-beyond-the-basics-10-ways-to-elevate-your-coding) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)