Full-Time Principal DevSecOps Engineer

About the RoleSecond Front Systems (2F) seeks an ambitious Principal DevSecOps Engineer to join our mission-driven team. This is a pivotal role in shaping the future of secure software delivery in defense.

At 2F, we combine a startup's agility with a clear mission to support national security. You'll drive the DevSecOps strategy for deploying and scaling our Game Warden platform, accelerating secure SaaS adoption for the US government.

What You'll Do

• Architect and implement scalable, secure cloud infrastructure using Kubernetes and Pulumi (Go).
• Support security and operations across air-gapped and classified environments, working with government partners and security teams.
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines integrating DevSecOps best practices.
• Integrate and maintain SIEM and security tooling for observability and compliance.
• Design, develop, and debug Go microservices focusing on performance and security.
• Assess infrastructure needs, prioritize development, and deliver on product roadmap milestones in an Agile environment.
• Document infrastructure and procedures for secure, repeatable, and auditable deployments.
• Collaborate with DoD/IC stakeholders for secure cloud resource provisioning.
• Contribute to R&D and experimentation efforts for advancing platform capabilities.
• Mentor and shape internal DevSecOps strategy and infrastructure standards.

Skills You'll Bring

• 8+ years of relevant experience in DevSecOps, systems engineering, or infrastructure software development.
• Architect-level expertise in cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Deep experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud-native application orchestration.
• Strong proficiency in Go (Golang) or similar languages, with infrastructure as code (Pulumi preferred).
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, DoD SRG, NIST 800-53, RMF/ATO).
• Proven experience deploying in air-gapped or classified environments.
• Experience building secure CI/CD pipelines and SDLC security integration.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, monitoring, and alerting systems.
• Understanding of REST APIs, authentication flows, event-driven architecture, and microservice patterns.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS or Azure Solutions Architect Certification.
• Experience in early-stage/high-growth startups.
• DoD 8570/8140 compliant IAT2 (or willingness to obtain within 3 months).
• Familiarity with GitLab, Google Workspace, and Slack.
• Interest in national security and mission-driven innovation.
• Expertise in control frameworks (NIST RMF, FedRAMP).

Compensation

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Healthcare, Vision, and Dental
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution
• Wellness perks (Fitness, mental health)
• Equity incentive plan
• Tech + office supplies stipend
• Annual professional development
• Flexible PTO + federal holidays
• Parental leave

Important Note: US Citizenship required due to government contract requirements. Mention 'PERSEVERE' and tag RMzguNjguMTM0LjE5NA== when applying.

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