Sr DevSecOps Automation Solution Architect

Clearance Level Other Category Cyber and IT Risk Management Location Remote, Working from the USA Key Skills For Success CI/CD Cloud\-Native Architecture DevSecOps ##### REQ\#:RQ229444 ##### Public Trust:Other ##### Requisition Type:Regular ##### Your Impact Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by delivering solutions that improve citizen services millions depends on. Job Description ------------------- We are seeking a Senior DevSecOps Automation Solution Architect to support a large‑scale, multi‑year Mainframe Modernization initiative for a major federal customer. In this customer‑facing role, you will partner directly with the client’s technical and business stakeholders to design and implement modern engineering, automation, and delivery practices that accelerate their transformation from legacy mainframe systems to secure, cloud‑native platforms. As a key member of the modernization program’s architecture team, reporting to the Chief Architect, you will help shape the technical roadmap, lead solution development, and guide engineering teams through modern DevSecOps approaches that ensure reliability, security, and scalability throughout the transformation journey. Your work will directly support mission‑critical objectives and enable the customer to achieve long‑term operational modernization outcomes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES In this role, you will collaborate closely with federal customer stakeholders to: Design and communicate DevSecOps automation strategies that align legacy‑to‑cloud modernization goals and customer mission needs. Build compelling technical briefings, modernization roadmaps, and reusable solution artifacts tailored for customer consumption. LProvide guidance to engineering teams and customer personnel on CI/CD pipeline modernization, security integration, test automation, and cloud deployment approaches. Evaluate legacy mainframe workflows and help plan prototype implementations demonstrating modernization feasibility and value. Continuously assess modernization progress and support iterative improvements across development, deployment, security, and monitoring workflows. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree preferred 10\+ years software development experience, including 5\+ years in DevSecOps CI/CD and 3\+ years developing cloud‑native software solutions (AWS Preferred). Certifications in software development, DevSecOps, or cloud‑native architecture. Expertise in DevSecOps automation, Agile/Lean delivery, and enterprise‑grade CI/CD tooling (e.g., GitLab/GitHub, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Sonatype, New Relic, Dynatrace, etc.). Hands‑on experience designing and supporting cloud‑native architectures, containerized microservices, API‑driven interfaces, and event‑based systems. Strong background in application containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift). Proficiency in modern development frameworks and languages (Java, .NET, Node.js, Spring, Angular, React, JSON, etc.). Experience working with large datasets, data migration strategies, and modernization‑aligned analytics workflows. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience helping federal customers adopt cloud‑native architectures and services (AWS, Azure, container‑based microservices, REST APIs). Demonstrated ability to onboard teams into modern DevSecOps pipelines and accelerate adoption of automation practices. Experience scaling high‑performance engineering solutions for structured and unstructured data. Strong communication skills and confidence engaging directly with customer stakeholders at all levels. GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI\-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility: Full\-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community: Award\-winning culture of innovation and a military\-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters. ### Work Requirements Years of Experience 10 \+ years of related experience may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification Travel Required Less than 10% ### Salary and Benefit Information The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 \- $230,000\. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. ### Our Identity Verification Process As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. ### About Our Work We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50\+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission\-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans*