Sr. IT DevSecOps Architect

Bryant Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant Technologies is seeking a DevSecOps Architect to develop and deploy innovative solutions leveraging AWS GovCloud for federal financial institutions. The successful candidate will integrate development, security, and operations practices to enhance legacy systems while ensuring compliance with federal standards.

Key responsibilities include designing secure cloud infrastructure, managing CI/CD pipelines, and leading initiatives on security policies and risk mitigation. Candidates should possess significant experience in cloud technologies, particularly within regulated environments.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in AWS services, particularly within the GovCloud environment.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Proven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with federal compliance standards like NIST 800-53 and FISMA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement DevOps strategy across the organization.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Manage Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) pipelines.
• Lead containerization and orchestration initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate security risks.

Skills

AWS GovCloud & cloud infrastructure automation

Terraform & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

CI/CD pipeline design and management

Containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)

Python & Bash scripting

Monitoring & logging (AWS CloudWatch, Grafana, Splunk)

Identity & access management in cloud environments

NIST 800‑53 & FISMA compliance

Microservices architecture design & implementation

Version control (Git)

Automated & test‑driven development frameworks

Security policy development & implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

AWS services

Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform)

Scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)

Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)

Monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Grafana)

Version control systems (e.g., Git)

Job description

Contract Performance Period: July 20, 2026 - July 20, 2026

Job Location: Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access). On‑Site 5 days/week.

Direct Hire: Term: through 31/12/2026, with a strong possibility of extension.

Pay Range: Depending on Experience.

Travel Requirements: Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access). On‑Site 5 days/week.

Working Remotely: Not possible.

Project Description:

The DevSecOps Architect will play a crucial role in developing and deploying an examiner workflow tool to replace and enhance a legacy system leveraging AWS GovCloud services for a large, highly regulated federal financial institution. This position requires a highly skilled professional who can integrate development, security, and operations practices while navigating the unique challenges of government cloud infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, particularly AWS GovCloud, and a deep understanding of security principles and compliance requirements in government IT environments. They will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and efficient cloud infrastructure across multiple environments (development, testing, staging, production).

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks, automating processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across teams.

US Citizenship is required for this position.

Qualification Requirements:

• At least 7 years of experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Proficiency in AWS services, particularly within the GovCloud environment
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)
• Proven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Grafana)
• Understanding of networking concepts and implementation in cloud environments
• Experience with identity and access management in cloud settings
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with testing frameworks (unit testing, automated testing)
• Leadership experience and ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration
• Splunk experience is a plus
• Experience working with Federal Agencies and NIST 800‑53 / FISMA standards is a plus
• At least one of the following certifications or equivalent:
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
  • Docker or Kubernetes certification
  • GitLab Certified Git Associate
  • GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate
  • GitLab Certified Security Specialist
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate

Skills Requirements:

• AWS GovCloud & cloud infrastructure automation
• Terraform & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• CI/CD pipeline design and management
• Containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)
• Python & Bash scripting
• Monitoring & logging (AWS CloudWatch, Grafana, Splunk)
• Identity & access management in cloud environments
• NIST 800‑53 & FISMA compliance
• Microservices architecture design & implementation
• Version control (Git)
• Automated & test‑driven development frameworks
• Security policy development & implementation

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement DevOps strategy across the organization
• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure across development, testing, staging, and production environments
• Manage Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) pipelines
• Lead containerization and container orchestration initiatives
• Design automation and orchestration frameworks to improve platform reliability
• Identify and mitigate security risks; implement security hardening and compliance automation
• Develop and enforce security policies aligned with federal compliance requirements (NIST 800‑53, FISMA)
• Implement automated testing and test‑driven development practices
• Research, evaluate, and recommend DevOps tools and technologies
• Design and implement microservices architecture solutions
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to drive continuous improvement and agile operations
• Maintain documentation and drive process improvement initiatives
• Optimize system reliability, scalability, and overall performance

Job ID: 1562