**Overview** **Steampunk** is seeking a **Deputy** **DevSecOps** **Practice** **Lead** to drive and support delivery ofDevSecOps-focused work to the Federal market. Thisindividualwill report to theDevSecOpsPractice Lead in theChief TechnologyOfficeand willbe responsible forproviding strategic, architectural, in-depth solutioning and consultative skills to Steampunk clients, leading a team of software development and IT operations-focused technology professionals and supporting the pursuit of newDevSecOps-focused business. **Contributions** You will work with our growingDevSecOpspracticedelivering features to support cloud, testing, operations, application security, DevOps,and application development. We are looking for candidates with10-12years experiencewith cloud platform services, application development,andDevSecOpspractices such as build/release management, CI/CD practices, and process automation.This role hasa responsibilitysupportinglarge-scale projects,mentoringteams of engineers, being senior thought leaders, andleadingcorporate sales,strategyand deliveryinitiatives. You will act as both technicalvisionary, hands-oncoachto delivery, mentortoup and coming technical leaders, andcorporate technical sales representative. **Responsibilities include:** + Serves as theDeputyDevSecOpsPractice Lead across all of Steampunk’s client delivery + Supports defining, enhancing,evolvinganddemonstratingSteampunk’s point of view and delivery approach related toDevSecOps, software development, IT operations and integrated cybersecurity services to the Federal market + Supports Steampunk strategic business opportunities through technical contribution to sales and business development opportunities + Must have exceptional communication skills to effectively deliver messaging and collaborate with clients, employees, and partners. + Fosters and promotes innovative thinking related to the use ofDevSecOpstechniques and related technologies across the client projects + Serve as a thought leader and technology expert to clients and internal teams in the areas of modernDevSecOps, software development, and IT operations. + Builds andmaintainsclient relationships, developing a strategic vision for clients and internal teams + Handles challenging client situations and offers technical and business guidance & direction to client executives + Manages staff and monitors performance and training needs to create skills expansion and career advancement opportunities + Interface with Operations Directors, ProgramManagersand technical staff to develop, architect, and deliver world-class solutions + Designs, solutions for, and supports the delivery of enterprise classDevSecOpsservices for Steampunk clients to increase organizational maturity across the spectrum ofDevSecOpscapabilities. + Understands and designs engagements that promote and build aDevSecOpsculture for customer engagements **Qualifications** **Required** + Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance + BS Degree in an IT field OR BS in a non-IT field and 2 years related IT experience + 8Years of Experience with one or more clouds (i.e.AWS, Azure, or GCP) + 8Years of Experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket + 8Years of Experience with one or more programming or scripting languages + 8Years of applicationDevSecOpsExperience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment + 3Years of Experience implementing docker containers andutilizingplatforms such as Kubernetes + 8Years of Experience building CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Pipelines,CircleCI,TravisCI + 5 Years of Experience integrating deployments with industry standardDevSecOpstooling and orchestration + Experienceleading teams of cross-functional, technical resources as a technical lead or architect + Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills + This is a hybrid role, located in McLean, VA **Preferred** + MS Degreein an IT-related field + Certifications: + AWS Certified DevOps Engineer + AWS Certified Solution Architect Professional + Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer Expert + SAFeDevOps Certification + Experience with documenting an as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations preferred + ExperienceleveragingHuman-Centered Design successfully in customer engagements + History of thought leadershipand the ability to develop training for technical staff **About** **steampunk** Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $140,000 to $180,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. **Identity Statement** As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Steampunk is a **Change Agent** in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our **Human-Centered delivery methodology** , we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an **employee owned company** , we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com . _We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program._ Refer a Friend (https://careers-steampunk.icims.com/jobs/7371/deputy-devsecops-practice-lead/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336029103) **Need help finding the right job?** We can recommend jobs specifically for you! **Job Location** _US-VA-McLean_ **Posted Date** _4 days ago_ _(2/3/2026 5:21 PM)_ **_Job ID_** _7371_ **_Clearance Requirement_** _None_