Principal DevOps Engineer

Description
Drive Mission-Critical Cloud Infrastructure for National Security
Prime Solutions Group (PSG), Inc. is seeking a highly skilled
Principal DevOps Engineer
to join a high-profile program supporting a major defense customer. This initiative delivers a cutting-edge
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) cloud platform
, managing and analyzing digital engineering data to enable seamless tool interoperability, AI-ready datasets, and a fully integrated digital thread.

In this role, you will design, deploy, and sustain
modern enterprise cloud infrastructures
supporting Linux, Windows, containerized applications, virtualized systems, and enterprise-scale
DevSecOps pipelines
. You will lead efforts in automation, workflow orchestration, and CI/CD integration in one of the government's most complex, secure, and mission-critical digital environments.

This is a
fast-paced, challenging, and highly rewarding opportunity
to deliver enterprise-scale solutions, mentor top technical talent, and directly impact
U.S. national security
.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure and services across Linux and Windows environments.
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to enable scalable, repeatable, and automated deployments.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for applications, databases, and servers using tools such as Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Foreman, GitLab, and Selenium.
• Configure and manage Identity & Access Management (IdAM), Active Directory, and LDAP integrations.
• Engineer containerized solutions and orchestrated workflows (e.g., Kubernetes, Rancher).
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, deployment guides, and operational procedures.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings to government stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Develop and execute automated testing plans for both security and functional requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud, infrastructure, and DevOps issues with rigor and precision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile Scrum teams, contributing to sprints, JIRA tasks, and CI/CD improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and share expertise to elevate team capabilities.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret Clearance or higher
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of relevant experience in DevSecOps, cloud engineering, or enterprise IT
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE or ability to obtain within first 90 days
• Proven expertise with CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and DevSecOps best practices
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and solution design skills
• Experience with cloud architecture (AWS preferred; Azure considered)
• Proficiency in scripting and integration using Python, PowerShell, and Groovy
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and task management tools (e.g., JIRA)
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering rigor and system validation practices
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tooling: Foreman, Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, GitLab
• Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environments (e.g., Cameo, Teamwork Cloud)
• Expertise with containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Rancher)
• Familiarity with monitoring and analytics tools (Grafana, Splunk, AppDynamics, Dynatrace)
• Experience with ServiceNow integration
• SharePoint or IBM Enterprise Lifecycle Management experience
• Exposure to multiple cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle, IBM)
• Expertise with API gateways, catalogs, and integration layers
• Experience developing automated test plans (e.g., Selenium)
• Ability to lead systems engineering perspectives across infrastructure, cloud, and security domains
• Tableau or other analytics/dashboard integration experience

Why This Role Matters
As a
Staff DevOps Engineer
on this program, you will work
directly on-site with a key government customer
, acting as the
critical connection between PSG and growing customer initiatives
. You will be the "boots on the ground," helping to
expand opportunities and strengthen our partnership
while delivering high-impact solutions.

Your work will support
Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) missions
, contributing to projects that
enhance national security, enable advanced digital engineering, and drive mission success
. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact while
shaping enterprise cloud solutions
and collaborating with top technical talent in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Salary Description
Salary range starts at
$166,267
, with the potential for higher compensation based on experience, skills, and mission needs.