Lead DevSecOps Engineer-ACWS

Washington DCvia Data Systems Analysts, Inc. CareersPosted Aug 18, 2026
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Technical skills

CI/CDAWSAzureKubernetesCloud platformsDevOpsSRECybersecurity

About this role

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

DevSecOps Lead Summary: Lead DevSecOps operations, overseeing CI/CD pipelines, hosting coordination, security integration, patching, monitoring, and incident response across multiple environments.

Required

Skills

  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years in cloud/platform engineering, including at least 3 years leading DevSecOps or infrastructure automation for enterprise applications.
  • Cloud, DevOps, or Kubernetes credential; such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Certified Kubernetes Administrator required; CompTIA Security+ required; CISSP/CASP+ should be preferred
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
  • Professional, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
  • Experience with GitLab CI/CD, automated security scanning, environment promotion controls, containerization, patching, and operational sustainment in secure enterprise environments
  • Experience managing DevSecOps teams in enterprise environments
  • Expertise in CI/CD pipeline administration, release coordination, and environment alignment
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, vulnerability management, system monitoring, and operational incident response
  • Experience supporting cloud environments, with knowledge of common platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
  • Ability to coordinate across hosting and development teams
  • Working knowledge of AI concepts and practical applications
  • Active Secret clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret clearance based on Government requirements
  • Desired

Qualifications

  • Familiarity with AWS GovCloud, IL5/IL6 environments, Appian deployment processes, and RMF-aligned delivery in federal systems is highly desired

Responsibilities

  • Lead DevSecOps and platform operations across environments
  • Manage CI/CD execution, release coordination, and environment alignment
  • Oversee security integration, monitoring, patching, and incident response
  • Coordinate with hosting, development, and infrastructure teams to sustain secure delivery

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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

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  • Salary Pay Range

$135,000—$155,000 Usd

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.

Before you apply

  • 1Which parts of your CV prove experience with CI/CD, AWS, and Azure?
  • 2Which recent work examples would make your application stronger for this role?
  • 3What details from the original source listing should you confirm before applying?

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