Senior Azure DevSecOps Engineer

Seneca Resources; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a Senior Azure DevSecOps Engineer in Virginia. This role involves architecting and securing Azure Government IL5 infrastructures, developing automation, and mentoring teams. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience, expertise in Azure Government Cloud, and strong skills in automation and CI/CD pipelines. Preferred qualifications include Azure certifications and familiarity with compliance processes. The job offers an opportunity for technical leadership in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in DevSecOps roles.
• Significant experience in Azure Government Cloud (IL5) implementations.
• Expert in Azure networking and identity management.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Azure Government (IL5) cloud infrastructures.
• Develop IaC solutions using Bicep or Terraform.
• Build and maintain secure GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide technical leadership in Agile/Scrum teams.

Skills

Azure Government Cloud (IL5) implementations

Azure networking services

Microsoft Entra ID

Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform)

Automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

CI/CD pipelines (GitLab)

Azure platform services (AKS)

Security monitoring tools (Microsoft Sentinel)

Agile/Scrum collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Education: Bachelors with 10+ Years of Professional Experience

Clearance Requirement: Secret

Overview

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Senior Azure DevSecOps Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and securing Azure Government IL5 cloud infrastructures, helping enhance mission-critical systems while adhering to industry-leading security and compliance standards. You will provide technical leadership, design innovative cloud solutions, develop automation and CI/CD pipelines, and mentor engineering teams on best practices in Azure and DevSecOps.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Implement: Design, implement, and operate Azure Government (IL5) cloud infrastructures following Azure best practices and security compliance frameworks.
• Identity and Access Management: Configure and manage Microsoft Entra ID to enable secure single sign-on (SSO), SCIM-based identity provisioning, role-based access control (RBAC), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Conditional Access, and identity lifecycle management.
• Infrastructure Automation: Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Bicep or Terraform, ensuring repeatable and scalable deployments.
• Automation Scripting: Enhance cloud automation processes with PowerShell, Bash, and/or Python scripting.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Build and maintain secure GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure and application deployments with integrated security and compliance checks.
• Azure Services Deployment: Securely deploy and manage Azure services such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), virtual machines (VMs), and Container Apps using best practices for private access and workload isolation.
• Monitoring and Security: Implement systems for monitoring, logging, and security operations using tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Sentinel, and Defender for Cloud. Leverage these tools for continuous monitoring and to support the authorization to operate (ATO) process.
• Team Collaboration and Leadership: Provide technical leadership in Agile/Scrum teams by contributing to design reviews, leading security architecture decisions, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while working independently when needed.

Required Skills and Experience

• Significant experience in Azure Government Cloud (IL5) implementations and securing cloud environments.
• Expert understanding of Azure networking services and architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and identity and access management technologies.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform), as well as automation scripting using PowerShell, Bash, and/or Python.
• Strong skills in building and managing CI/CD pipelines (preferably GitLab) integrated with security and compliance checks.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure platform services, particularly AKS, container services, and virtual machines.
• Experience with security monitoring and operational tools (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitor) to support continuous monitoring.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance while excelling in Agile/Scrum team settings.
• A track record of technical leadership, mentoring, and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification(s) in Azure (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or other relevant certifications).
• Experience in FedRAMP, DoD IL5 compliance, or ATO processes.
• Experience with Platform One is a bonus
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.