We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a secure, scalable, and reliable Modeling and Simulation (M&S) DevSecOps Platform for both cloud and on-premises environments. This role is critical to supporting the modernization, sustainment, and operational readiness of Mod and Sim systems, enabling seamless integration and scalability for Joint and Air Force training environments. The Lead DevOps Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving automation, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, and fostering collaboration across development, security, and operations teams. *This position is contingent upon contract award.* Responsibilities Platform Architecture & Implementation - Architect, implement, and configure the M&S DevSecOps Platform, including core platform services, to support cloud and on-premises deployments. - Design scalable and secure infrastructure solutions that meet the operational needs of Joint and Air Force training environments. Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent. - Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with integrated security tools (e.g., GitLab, SonarQube, Fortify) to ensure secure and efficient software delivery. Containerization & Orchestration - Manage and optimize containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability. - Implement and maintain container orchestration solutions to support modernized M&S systems. Cybersecurity & Compliance - Ensure platform reliability, availability, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, including RMF and NIST 800-53 frameworks. - Collaborate with security teams to remediate vulnerabilities and implement security best practices across the platform. Collaboration & Modernization Support - Work closely with development, security, and operations teams to support system modernization, transition engineering, and sustainment efforts. - Provide technical leadership in integrating DevSecOps practices into the software development lifecycle. Monitoring & Optimization - Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure platform performance and operational readiness. - Continuously evaluate and optimize platform performance, scalability, and security. - Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications - Active Secret clearance required. - 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years in DevSecOps roles across multiple projects. - Hands-on experience with programming languages such as C++ and Python, as well as DevSecOps tools and practices. - Proven experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). - Must possess Security+ CE or Linux+ certifications. - Expertise in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and DevSecOps practices. - Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks, including RMF and NIST 800-53. - Proficiency in containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native architectures. - Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. About Us Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation‑owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high‑quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and the communities we serve. Benefits Eligible full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, voluntary supplemental benefits, and access to an employee assistance program. The package also includes educational assistance, with tuition reimbursement. EEO Statement This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a), and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E‑Verify.

The Integration and DevSecOps Engineer supports the integration of the Fangorn prototype into a cohesive, secure, and cloud‑native system while helping build and maintain the underlying hybrid infrastructure. This role focuses on system integration, Kubernetes-based platforms, and DevSecOps practices, working closely with senior engineers, architects, and security stakeholders. The engineer will help implement and maintain the “plumbing” of the solution—network connectivity, system interfaces, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized workloads—ensuring infrastructure is automated, secure, and maintainable through code. This role is well-suited for an engineer with foundational experience who is ready to deepen hands-on expertise in Kubernetes, DevSecOps, and hybrid cloud environments. Responsibilities Hybrid Connectivity & Infrastructure - Support secure network connectivity between on-premise (mainframe) environments and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or private cloud). - Assist with configuration of VPCs/VNets, subnets, routing, VPNs, and security groups under guidance from senior engineers. - Help ensure reliable, secure data transfer between mainframe and cloud components. System Integration - Implement and maintain integration points between mainframe systems and cloud-based services. - Support API-based integrations, messaging systems (e.g., IBM MQ or cloud-native messaging), and scheduled data transfers. - Assist with data format transformations and integration troubleshooting (e.g., EBCDIC to ASCII). Kubernetes & Container Platforms - Deploy, configure, and support Kubernetes workloads (EKS, AKS, OpenShift, or similar). - Manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes primitives such as deployments, services, ingress, and namespaces. - Assist with Kubernetes troubleshooting, upgrades, and configuration changes. - Apply Kubernetes security best practices, including RBAC, secrets management, image scanning, and network policies. DevSecOps & Automation - Contribute to DevSecOps pipelines by integrating infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, and security controls into CI/CD workflows. - Maintain and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager. - Implement and support security automation including vulnerability scanning, container image scanning, secrets management, and compliance checks. - Work with DevOps and Security leads to align deployments with DoD security requirements and STIG guidance. Deployment, Testing & Troubleshooting - Support deployment and configuration of middleware, databases, message queues, and supporting services. - Participate in integration and end-to-end testing across hybrid workflows. - Troubleshoot cross-system issues involving networking, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, or data integration. - Use logging and monitoring tools to assist in identifying and resolving system issues. Environment & Platform Operations - Support development, test, and prototype environments. - Monitor system health, performance, and resource usage. - Assist with backup, recovery, and basic cost-optimization activities. Documentation & Knowledge Transfer - Maintain documentation for infrastructure configurations, Kubernetes deployments, and integration workflows. - Contribute to operational runbooks and support guides. - Assist with knowledge transfer to sustainment or operations teams as the prototype matures. - Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications - U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain a Secret clearance (active Secret preferred). - 3+ years of hands-on DevSecOps experience, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and security integration. - 3–5 years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, systems integration, or related technical roles. - Hands-on experience deploying and supporting Kubernetes workloads. - Experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or private cloud). - Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM). - Working knowledge of Linux systems and scripting (Bash, Python, or PowerShell). - Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, routing, firewall concepts). - Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred - Experience in DoD or DISA IT environments. - Familiarity with STIGs, compliance-driven environments, or security hardening. - Experience integrating security tooling into CI/CD pipelines. - Exposure to monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk, CloudWatch, Prometheus, or similar. - Cloud certifications (AWS or Azure associate-level). - Strong documentation and communication skills. About Us Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and communities we serve. Benefits Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, voluntary supplemental benefits, and access to an employee assistance program. The package also includes educational assistance, with tuition reimbursement. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a) and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E‑Verify.

Why AIS? When you join AIS, you’re joining a mission-driven team that’s passionate about making a difference. You’ll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity, continuous growth, and shared success. - Employee Ownership: Your contributions directly impact the company’s success, and you share in its achievements. - Continuous Learning: Access to resources, training, and mentorship to support your professional growth. - Inclusive Culture: A workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone’s voice is valued. - Mission-Driven Work: Engage in projects that make a meaningful difference for our clients and communities. What are we looking for? At AIS, we're looking for more than just skills - we're looking for driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference, eager to grow, and aligned with our core principles. Working@AIS At AIS, we are dedicated to providing our employees with diverse opportunities to grow their careers while supporting a variety of impactful projects. For this position, we are seeking a talented individual to join AIS as a Senior DevOps Architect. - Core Knowledge & Skills: Sets enterprise DevOps strategy; integrates AI/ML, edge, and IoT into delivery; governs compliance and risk at scale across environments. - Work & Complexity: Directs innovative, global DevOps solutions; addresses the most ambiguous challenges; and future-proofs platforms and practices. - Quality & Independence: Defines visionary standards for automation, reliability, and security; leads the global automation strategy and continuous improvement. - Teamwork & Communication: Engages C-suite and board-level stakeholders, leads enterprise-wide initiatives, and fosters a culture of excellence and high performance. - Consulting & Engagement: Shapes organizational transformation through DevOps, represents the company in industry forums, and drives strategic alignment with business goals. As your initial project assignment, you will support the unique needs of our client as a Cloud DevOps Engineer Subject Matter Expert. Project Summary AIS is supporting federal customer with a program focused on architecture and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities - Develops strategy and integration methodology around design, development and implementation of cloud based solutions - Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems - Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies for hardware and software specifications - Utilize trends and metrics to identify opportunities for improvements within existing frameworks, tools and processes - Responsible for systems functionality, performance, and configurations issues - Enables the quick development and release of changes and bug-fixes on an as-required basis and incorporation of feedback from developers/users - Considered a recognized authority within the company - Works on unusually complex technical problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative Required For This Opportunity - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). - 12+ years of relevant experience supporting enterprise cloud and/or infrastructure environments. - Certifications: IAT-2, 1 or more cloud certifications. - Active Secret clearance (or higher). - Experience working in regulated environments and following secure engineering / documentation practices. Nice to Have Skills - Experience supporting DoD/IC programs and mission systems. At AIS, we are committed to offering competitive and fair compensation that reflects the skills, experience, and contributions of each team member. The targeted base salary range for this role is $150,000-$227,000 per year. Please note that this range is provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and location. We value transparency in our hiring process and are happy to discuss how your unique qualifications align with our compensation structure during the interview process. Applied Information Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Job Title: Lead Java Developer Experience: 8+ Years Location: Remote / Pune / Mumbai / Chennai / Bangalore / Hyderabad Notice Period: Immediately joiner About the Role We are looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer to design and deliver high-performance, scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Core Java, multithreading, performance optimization, and secure SOAP-based integrations, along with experience in containerized environments (Kubernetes/Docker). You will play a key role in leading development efforts, optimizing system performance, and mentoring team members while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications - Handle large-scale data processing and I/O streaming - Implement and manage secure SOAP-based integrations using Apache CXF - Optimize JVM performance, memory management, and scalability - Develop and consume WSDL-based services with MTOM support - Work with containerized environments (Kubernetes/Docker) - Collaborate with product, QA, and DevOps teams - Lead, mentor, and guide a team of developers Must-Have Skills - Strong expertise in Core Java (Java 11+) - Hands-on experience with multithreading & concurrency (thread pools, semaphores) - Experience handling large data and streaming applications - Strong knowledge of JVM tuning & performance optimization - Experience with Spring Framework - Proficiency in Apache HttpClient 5.x - Strong experience with SOAP services (Apache CXF) - Experience with MTOM (binary data transfer) - Expertise in WSDL-based client development - Knowledge of WS-Security, SAML, and STS integration - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker - Strong database knowledge: Oracle & PostgreSQL Good to Have - Exposure to AI-assisted development tools - Experience with Claude Code or similar tools