DevSecOps Engineer

Overview LightFeather is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer who will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires expertise in infrastructure automation, cloud security, networking, and CI/CD pipeline development. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive cloud optimization and automation efforts in a high-security government environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape cloud automation and infrastructure strategies in a high-impact government environment. Location and Employment Type • Location : In-Person (5 days/week) in Washington, DC • Job Type : Full Time • Clearance Requirement : Willing to obtain a Top Secret security clearance Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable cloud infrastructure using GCP. • Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, Deployment Manager, or similar tools. • Support CI/CD pipeline automation, integration, and management. • Collaborate with software engineers, security personnel, and government stakeholders to support development and deployment workflows. • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure cloud services meet SLAs. • Implement cloud best practices and ensure compliance with federal security standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST). • Provide documentation and knowledge sharing with the broader engineering team. Required Qualifications • Willing to obtain a Top Secret security clearance • 4+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with at least 2 years on GCP. • Hands-on experience with GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, VPC, IAM, GKE, and BigQuery. • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Deployment Manager. • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Cloud Build. • Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment. Preferred Skills • GCP Professional Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer certification. • Experience supporting federal government contracts and understanding of ATO processes. • Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus. • Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Go. Why Join LightFeather? At LightFeather, you're not just taking a jobyoure joining a purpose-driven team that delivers innovative, mission-critical solutions to make a real difference. Youll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry. Equal Employment Opportunity LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr