Senior DevOps / ML Ops Engineer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Secure and Automate Mission-Critical Systems for U.S. National Defense

Prime Solutions Group (PSG) is seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer to lead security-integrated development and operations across high-impact defense and digital engineering programs. In this role, you will design advanced DevSecOps pipelines, drive automation in both cloud and on-premise environments, and embed cybersecurity best practices directly into the software lifecycle.

As a senior technical contributor, you will mentor junior engineers, serve as a subject matter expert for DevSecOps tooling and security, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing mission systems. This is a fast-paced, highly rewarding opportunity to influence enterprise-level architectures while making a direct impact on national security.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines with integrated security gates and compliance checks.
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) to deploy and manage cloud and hybrid systems.
• Lead threat modeling, vulnerability scanning, remediation efforts, and continuous security validation.
• Harden Kubernetes clusters, Docker environments, and cloud-native infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with federal frameworks including NIST, RMF, STIGs, and FedRAMP.
• Collaborate with software, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to champion DevSecOps culture and automation.
• Mentor junior engineers; provide code reviews, pipeline design guidance, and architecture recommendations.
• Deploy and manage monitoring/observability stacks (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.).
• Lead root-cause analysis and develop scalable, long-term technical solutions.
• Integrate SAST, DAST, SBOM generation, container security, and compliance tools into development workflows.
• Drive tool selection and adaptation for CI/CD, security scanning, automation, and orchestration.
• Support architecture reviews, configuration management, system documentation, and risk assessments.
  
  

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (required)
• Active Top-Secret Clearance or higher (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 4–6 years of experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, software engineering, or security engineering.
• Strong proficiency in secure CI/CD pipeline development and IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).
• Deep understanding of RMF, STIGs, DISA guidelines, and continuous security monitoring.
• Ability to lead small teams, run technical projects, and independently solve complex challenges.
• Experience integrating secure coding practices and SAST/DAST tools into development workflows.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and modern DevSecOps environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and reporting.
  
  

Preferred Skills / Experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, AWS DevOps Engineer, CKA/CKS, or GIAC.
• Experience with Zero Trust Architecture, SBOMs, secure coding frameworks, or supply chain security.
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or government-secured programs.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, FedRAMP).
• Advanced Kubernetes security experience (RBAC, network policies, Pod Security Standards).
  
  

Why This Role Matters

At PSG, your work directly strengthens national defense. You won’t be another cog in a large organization—you’ll be a core contributor shaping secure digital engineering environments used by mission partners across the DoD.

We offer a collaborative, small-company culture where your ideas influence real programs, paired with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology supporting U.S. national security.

• Competitive compensation & benefits
• Professional development & tuition assistance
• Mission-driven engineering environment
• Work that directly impacts critical defense and homeland security programs
  
  

Bring your DevSecOps leadership to PSG and help build the next generation of secure, intelligent mission systems.

Salary Description

Salary range starts at $125,294, with the potential for higher compensation based on experience, skills, and mission needs.