Senior Cloud (DevSecOPs) Developer (5424)
SMX | Careers
Apply to this jobSMX is seeking a Senior Cloud DevSecOps Developer. How would you like to be part of a leadership team made up of experts and senior level staff who have experience, capacity and capability to lead large scale portfolio? The leadership team will foster the organizational culture of high performing solution delivery. This position is onsite in Camp Springs, Maryland and requires a Top-Secret clearance.
Essential Duties
The Lead Developer provides senior DevSecOps leadership under this task order, directing developers and IT operations staff in planning and executing code releases across multiple environments. The position designs, creates, and implements systems software and infrastructure components; builds and maintains automated CI/CD pipelines using common automation, build, and deployment tools; and embeds security controls into build, test, and deployment workflows. The Lead Developer analyzes operational and performance data, drives process improvements to increase productivity and efficiency, and coordinates work across development, operations, and security teams.
Required Skills & Experience
- Relevant Experience: 5 years
- Bachelor's degree required
- USCIS Experience
- DHS Suitability
- Developed and deployed AI/ML/LLMs solutions
- Manage Developer teams
- Experience utilizing automation tools for software builds, testing, and deployments.
Professional Competencies:
- Ability to communicate complex technical details clearly to diverse audiences
- Strong skills in translating technical concepts into accessible language for non-technical stakeholders
Application Deadline: 11-27-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Compensation (from employer):
The proposed salary for this position is: — 105,100 – 175,000 USD
Summary
Lead DevSecOps teams, design systems, automate deployments, integrate security, analyze data.
Job title
Senior Cloud (DevSecOps) Developer (5424)
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
defense and security
Location requirements
onsite in Camp Springs, Maryland, no remote work allowed
Salary
$105k–$175k
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Fort Washington, MD 20744, USA