DevSecOps Engineer (Cloud & Platform Engineering)

Concept Solutions, LLC; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is seeking an experienced DevSecOps Engineer to support a DoW modernization program. Location is hybrid with Reston, VA as a key hub, and US-based remote options.

The role emphasizes secure CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and platform observability. The candidate will work with AWS GovCloud, Kubernetes, OpenTofu, Terraform, and Helm to build and secure the deployment pipelines, ensuring production continuity during modernization.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, or platform engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Experience with infrastructure as code using Terraform or OpenTofu.
• Experience using Helm for Kubernetes deployments.
• Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI.
• Knowledge of container hardening and secure deployment practices.
• Experience working with AWS GovCloud.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab CI.
• Design, build, and maintain a Kubernetes-based platform on AWS GovCloud.
• Implement infrastructure as code using OpenTofu/Terraform.
• Apply container security and hardening practices for deployments.
• Operate the observability stack and integration gateway for reliability.

Skills

Kubernetes

GitLab CI

OpenTofu

Terraform

Helm

Container hardening

AWS GovCloud

Tools

Helm

OpenTelemetry

Envoy

Job description

Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is seeking an experienced DevSecOps Engineer to support a mission-critical application modernization program for a Department of War (DoW) customer. This position is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated start in October 2026.

This initiative will transform how users access and interact with a portfolio of production applications by creating a unified platform featuring single sign-on, a common user interface, and a repeatable approach for integrating applications.

As a DevSecOps Engineer, you will play a key role in building, securing, and maintaining the cloud infrastructure and automated deployment pipelines that support this modernization effort. You will work with modern cloud-native technologies while helping ensure existing mission-critical applications remain operational throughout the transition.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact federal modernization initiative using AWS GovCloud, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, and secure CI/CD practices.

Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering

• Build, configure, and maintain infrastructure as code using OpenTofu and Helm within Kubernetes environments hosted on AWS GovCloud.
• Support the development and operation of a secure, scalable, and reliable application platform.
• Maintain consistency across environments by promoting the same code through established deployment processes.

DevSecOps & CI/CD Automation

• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines within the customer's GitLab environment.
• Integrate automated build, security scanning, policy enforcement, testing, evidence collection, and deployment stages into delivery pipelines.
• Apply container security and hardening practices to support secure application deployments.

Platform Operations & Observability

• Operate and maintain the integration gateway and observability stack to support platform reliability and performance.
• Support ongoing platform operations while maintaining the stability of existing production applications.
• Collaborate with technical teams to enable secure, repeatable application onboarding and deployment processes.

What we’re looking for

• 6+ years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, or platform engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized application environments.
• Experience with infrastructure as code using Terraform or OpenTofu.
• Experience using Helm for Kubernetes application deployment and management.
• Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI.
• Knowledge of container hardening and secure deployment practices.
• Experience working with AWS GovCloud.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Envoy for gateway or proxy functionality.
• Familiarity with OpenTelemetry for application and infrastructure observability.
• Experience working with Iron Bank container images.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to meet Tier 5 eligibility requirements if privileged administration is required.

Work Location and Schedule

• Location: Hybrid. Work may be performed from CS headquarters in Reston, Virginia, and approved remote locations within the United States, with on-site work at Government facilities in Northern Virginia and Maryland as required. Government-furnished equipment will be used for all access to Government environments.
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with core hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern. The team operates in two-week sprints, with a customer demonstration each sprint.
• Travel: 0–10%, within the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• Security Requirement: U.S. citizenship required. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. An active Secret clearance or higher is strongly preferred and may allow an earlier start.
• Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 annual base salary, depending on experience.

Company Profile:

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is a leading small business in technology, engineering, and management consulting. We are the innovative and agile force behind strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and safeguard our nation across Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors.

For over 25 years, CS has been a trusted partner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies delivering vital IT, security, and project management services.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001-1:2013 standards. CS boasts company highlights that include:

• Over two decades of experience across over $300 million in contract awards supporting critical FAA programs
• Multiple contract vehicles providing opportunities across FAA, DoD, NOAA, and other Federal agencies
• Innovation Council - CS maintains an active Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program that is geared towards identifying emerging technologies and pursuing technological innovations

At CS, we know our success stems from our talented team. That’s why we prioritize the wellbeing and growth of our employees, fostering a positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development.

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

Concept Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Concept Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.