DevOps Engineer II

We are seeking an Experienced DevSecOps Engineer to support development and integration of next-generation Command and Control (C2) capabilities within the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) enterprise. This role plays a critical part in instantiating and managing a Integration, Development, Test and Training Environment (IDT2E) to support unifying data and decision-making across domains by delivering secure, resilient, and automated software pipelines that enable rapid integration of sensors, next gen battle management software, and area defense solutions into a larger C2 architecture.

As part of a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) environments that accelerate capability delivery to the warfighter while maintaining the highest cybersecurity standards.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain DevSecOps pipelines enabling rapid, secure delivery of mission software to multiple operational environments (on-prem, cloud, edge).
• Integrate security and compliance automation (e.g., STIGs, RMF, IaC hardening) throughout the software lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with software, systems, and cyber engineering teams to ensure end-to-end automation of build, test, and deployment processes.
• Implement containerized and microservice architectures (Docker, Kubernetes, Podman, OpenShift) to support modular and scalable C2 solutions.
• Develop and sustain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) to enable repeatable and secure deployments.
• Support integration of multi-domain sensors and defense systems into larger operational frameworks, ensuring interoperability and performance across diverse network environments.
• Employ continuous monitoring and vulnerability management tools to ensure ongoing system integrity and compliance.
• Participate in internal R&D efforts to prototype and deploy next-generation DevSecOps architectures supporting digital transformation and rapid capability insertion.
• Collaborate with program leadership to identify process improvements, technical risks, and innovation opportunities that drive efficiency and mission success.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field with typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Experience in Azure or AWS
• CI/CD Pipeline experience
• Scripting: Bash, PowerShell, Python (Boto3), AWS CLI, or Azure CLI
• Experience with Red Hat Satellite, NSX-T micro-segmentation, EVPN/VXLAN
• Experience with containerized and microservice architectures (Docker, Kubernetes, Podman, OpenShift
• Experience with security and compliance automation (e.g., STIGs, RMF, IaC hardening) throughout the software lifecycle
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with NIST and/or JSIG information system guidelines/requirements
• Familiarity with MIL-STD data (JREAP-C, ASTERIX, UCI)
• Experience with Networking L2/L3 fundamentals
• Familiarity with COTS firewall/networking solutions (Juniper, Cisco, etc) to support route-based IPsec, policy, basic SD-WAN concepts

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.