Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Automation, Cloud Computing, Computer Systems, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Government, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Windows Azure, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Scalable System Development, Security Compliance, Software Engineering, Team Player, Top Secret Clearance
Job Title: DevSecOps / Platform Engineer (Cloud & Edge Environments)
Location: United States (Onsite/Hybrid based on program requirements)
Job Type: Full-Time / Contract
Note: We are looking for candidates who are eligible for Top Secret Clearance
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled DevSecOps / Platform Engineer to support modern, containerized platforms deployed across cloud and edge environments. This role is critical in building and maintaining secure, scalable infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical systems.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in container orchestration, infrastructure automation, and security compliance, particularly within regulated or high-security environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy and manage containerized platform environments across cloud and edge infrastructure
- Administer and optimize Kubernetes clusters for performance and scalability
- Build, maintain, and secure CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment
- Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform and Ansible
- Ensure compliance with security frameworks such as RMF and STIG
- Support deployment and operations in high-security environments (IL4/IL5/IL6)
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements
- Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to ensure secure delivery
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
- Proficiency in Docker and containerized application deployment
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or similar
- Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
- Experience building secure CI/CD pipelines
- Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and practices
- Familiarity with security compliance frameworks (RMF, STIG)
- Experience working in regulated or high-security environments
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Experience with Platform One or similar defence-oriented platforms
- Exposure to edge computing environments
- Knowledge of container security and hardening practices
- Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
- Background in defence, aerospace, or other regulated industries
Work Environment
- Collaborative, cross-functional DevSecOps and engineering teams
- Mission-critical, high-impact programs
- Modern cloud-native and edge-based infrastructure
Summary
This role is ideal for a DevSecOps professional passionate about building secure, scalable platforms in advanced cloud and edge environments. You will play a key role in enabling secure deployments, maintaining compliance, and supporting next-generation infrastructure solutions.
For more details reach at shubham.sharma@navitassols.com.