Lead DevSecOps Engineer-ACWS

DSA; Fort Dix (NJ); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

DSA is seeking a DevSecOps Lead to oversee enterprise CI/CD pipelines, hosting coordination, and security integration across multiple environments. You will manage patching, monitoring, and incident response while coordinating with hosting and development teams to sustain secure delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in data architecture, DevSecOps, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Salary ranges reflect a good‑faith estimate for this leadership position and current market

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data architecture, data migration, and API integration.
• 7+ years in DevOps/DevSecOps engineering with AWS and Kubernetes.
• Experience with DoD procurement data standards and secure enterprise environments.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipeline administration, release coordination, and environment alignment.
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, vulnerability management, and incident response.

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.

Skills

Data architecture

Data migration

API integration

DevSecOps

AWS

Kubernetes/EKS

CI/CD

Security scanning

Incident response

DoD procurement data standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/engineering/c cybersecurity

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes/EKS

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

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

10 years in data architecture, data migration, and API integration, with experience in DoD procurement data standards. 7+ years of DevOps/DevSecOps engineering experience, including AWS, Kubernetes/EKS 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

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related field Familiarity with AWS GovCloud, IL5/IL6 environments, Appian deployment processes, and RMF-aligned delivery in federal systems is highly desired CompTia Security+ certification

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

#DSA209 #LI-JE1 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.

Salary Pay Range

DSA - Salary Pay Range $155,000 — $165,000 USD

Security Clearance

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.