GMD DEVSECOPS ENGINEER

Ignite Now; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite Now in Huntsville, AL seeks a GMD DevSecOps Engineer to architect, build, and scale the IDDE DevSecOps environment across AWS and Azure. You will implement IaC with Terraform, containerize with Kubernetes, and automate CI/CD pipelines to deliver mission-critical workloads.

The role requires active SECRET security clearance, a STEM degree, and 12+ years of relevant experience. You will collaborate with cyber engineers, perform STIG analyses, and maintain Windows AD/SCCM in enterprise cloud

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor's with long track record in DevSecOps.
• Experience with IaC including Terraform.

Responsibilities

• Architect and provision IDDE DevSecOps environment across hybrid cloud (AWS/Azure).
• Design, deploy, and scale containerized apps with Kubernetes and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cyber engineers for STIG evaluation and embed security tools into pipelines.
• Maintain Windows Active Directory and SCCM; manage deployment and user accounts.

Skills

Terraform

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Azure

AWS

STIG

Windows AD

SCCM

GitLab CI/Jenkins/Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Windows Server

Job description

Job Title

GMD DEVSECOPS ENGINEER

Location

Category

Job Type

Full-Time

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Job Description

Ignitersoperatein the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML,spaceand missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail-oriented GMD DevSecOps Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will provide critical support to GM's Digital Acquisition & Infrastructure team and primarily be responsible for architecting, building, and scaling the DevSecOps Environment within the Integrated Digital Data Environment (IDDE).

Job Requirements

• Architect and provision the IDDE DevSecOps environment using Terraform to ensure scalable, repeatable, and version-controlled infrastructure deployments.
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications and microservices using Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and resilience for mission-critical workloads.
• Design, implement, and maintain advanced continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD pipelines) to fully automate software building, testing, and deployment processes.
• Act as a system administrator within the IDDE across hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure). Manage tool deployment, infrastructure configuration, Windows Active Directory, and user account management.
• Collaborate with cyber engineers to execute STIG evaluation, analysis, and implementation. Embed automated security and code scanning tools directly into the CI/CD pipelines to ensure high software security standards.
• Support deliverable and release objectives, create comprehensive product/infrastructure documentation, and manage complex deployment orchestration.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree + 12 years relevant experience, or Bachelor's + 20 years exp is required.
• Active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
• Hands-on experience using Terraform for complex Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.
• Proficieny in building, deploying, and managing containerized environments using Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Hands-on operational experience working within enterprise cloud environments, specifically Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Proven experience in Windows Server administration, Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
• Demonstrated experience in STIG analysis, deployment orchestration, and security/code scanning tools.
• Prior experience with Integrated Development Environments, such as Coder.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (Required for baseline DoD compliance).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Cloud Certifications: Active professional-level cloud certifications highly preferred, such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Container Certifications: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS).
• Advanced familiarity with GitLab for code repositories, pipeline execution, and backlog management.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Discipline

Other Requirements:

Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and hold an active Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a SECRET Clearance

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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