Principal DevOps Engineer

Full-time

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

Preferred Skills & 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.