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Job Title: DevSecOps Engineer

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

Echelon Services LLC is a Native Hawaiian-Owned 8(a) small business that delivers mission-critical IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and engineering solutions to federal and defense agencies. With a commitment to operational excellence and national security, our work supports some of the most vital government programs in the country. We combine cultural values with cutting-edge technology to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Position Summary

Echelon Services is seeking a seasoned DevSecOps Engineer with 10–15 years of experience in secure software development and deployment practices across Department of Defense (DoD) environments. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in DevSecOps methodologies, have hands-on experience with GitLab (GTLB), and possess in-depth knowledge of cloud and automation tools including AWS, Elastic, and Apache NiFi. Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) is required, and prior intelligence community (IC) experience is highly desirable.

This position is ideal for a technical leader who thrives in complex environments and understands how to integrate security at every step of the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage secure CI/CD pipelines using DevSecOps best practices.

Leverage GitLab for version control, CI/CD automation, and secure code scanning.

Deploy, configure, and monitor systems and microservices within AWS environments.

Integrate Elastic Stack for logging, metrics, and operational observability.

Build and manage data flows using Apache NiFi in support of secure data processing pipelines.

Collaborate with security and compliance teams to align development practices with RMF requirements.

Conduct security assessments and implement automated security controls throughout the SDLC.

Work with developers, infrastructure teams, and cyber engineers to continuously improve security posture.

Support the development of DevSecOps policies, procedures, and toolkits for enterprise adoption.

Provide technical mentorship and guidance across engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

10–15 years of experience in DevSecOps or secure software engineering in DoD environments.

Strong proficiency in GitLab (GTLB) for CI/CD pipelines and code repository management.

Hands-on experience with AWS, including deployment, monitoring, and security controls.

Familiarity with Apache NiFi.

Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and how it applies to software development.

Prior experience supporting DoD programs or projects.

Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to explain complex systems to diverse stakeholders.

IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent)

AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the Intelligence Community (IC) or classified environments.

Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin

Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

Experience implementing zero trust architectures or secure enclave strategies.

Echelon Services LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary at Echelon Services is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Echelon’s total compensation package for employees.

Skills

CI/CD pipeline, Scrum, gitlab, jira, DevOps, SAFe, CSM, IAT II, Automation, Kubernetes, Cloud, Python, Aws, Security, Jenkins, Threat model, Azure, Ansible, Docker, Containerization, Git, Scripting, Continuous integration, apache nifi, GTLB, DevSecOps, SAFe RTE, Agile methodology, User stories, Scrum methodology, Linux, Terraform, Java, Pipeline, Chef, Deployment

Top Skills Details

CI/CD pipeline,Scrum,gitlab,jira,DevOps,SAFe,CSM,IAT II,Automation,Kubernetes,Cloud,Python,Aws,Security,Jenkins,Threat model,Azure,Ansible,Docker,Containerization,Git,Scripting,Continuous integration,apache nifi

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Would need to be able to hold an SCI clearance and CI poly.

Can Sit in Charleston

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $86.54 - $96.15/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reston,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.