DevOps Architect

Job Description

Job Title: DevSecOp Architect

Company Overview

World Services LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Alexandria, Virginia. We specialize in delivering innovative and sustainable technology solutions that empower our clients while fostering growth for our communities. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our ISO 9000 certification and CMMI Level 3 rating.

Position Overview:

World Services is seeking an experienced Top Secret Cleared DevSecOps Architect with a strong background in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agile Release Train (ART) development to support a federal customer at NAS Patuxent River (PAX River). This is a mission-critical role requiring a seasoned professional to lead and coordinate software development efforts across multiple, geographically dispersed teams.

This position requires on-premises support and an active Top-Secret Clearance. While specific technical certifications are not required, a candidate endorsed or recommended by senior leadership will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead enterprise-level software design, development planning, and technical strategy across multiple teams.

Design and oversee secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration environments using Tekton, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.

Implement and guide adoption of DevSecOps tools for container security, compliance, and software supply chain management (e.g., Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), IronBank, Anchor, Chainguard).

Coordinate integration and collaboration among dispersed software development teams in a SAFe environment.

Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles, DevSecOps practices, and project goals.

Define architecture standards for containerized applications using Docker and modern deployment frameworks.

Provide strategic oversight on system design, architecture, and delivery.

Required Qualifications:

Active Top-Secret Clearance is mandatory.

Experience with DevSecOps tools and platforms including (but not limited to): Tekton, Kubernetes, SBOM, IronBank, Chainguard, Anchor, OpenShift, and Docker.

Proven experience guiding large-scale software programs using the SAFe Agile methodology.

Demonstrated ability to work with and lead multiple distributed development teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting DoD software programs or working within secure facilities.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Background in enterprise system architecture and integration.

Location: Patuxent River, Maryland - Onsite

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $170,000-$180,000

Benefits: 401(k)

● Dental insurance

● Health insurance

● Paid time off

● Professional development assistance

● Vision insurance

Position is available immediately, pending client approval.Company Description

World Services, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. We offer a wide variety of IT services to support enterprises at every level. These include Management Consulting, Cloud Architecture, Software Development, Agile Implementation, Data Science and Analytics, Systems Engineering, Augmented Reality, and Cyber Security services. World Services commitment to a quality delivery of technology and services is backed by the ISO 9000 certified and CMMI Level 3 in Services and Development to ensure a quality framework of policies, tools, and procedures. This is one of the factors that allow our company as a ISO certified and CMMI Level 3 rated small business to deliver consistent, scalable solutions to the Federal, State and Local Government, healthcare, and commercial clients. Our quality processes ensure our customers receive shorter lead time, delivery reliability, and consistent, high-quality services and products.

Full-time