Sr. Solutions Architect III

As a Sr. Solutions Architect III (specializing in Dev Sec Ops ), you'll play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and overseeing the integration of security practices into our development and operations processes. Your expertise will ensure the secure and efficient delivery of our software solutions while maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At Metro Star, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine Dev Sec Ops  strategies that align with business objectives, development goals, and security requirements.
• Design and implement secure CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and deployment processes that seamlessly integrate security checks and controls.
• Champion the integration of security practices throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including threat modeling, code analysis, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Collaborate with development teams to implement security best practices, such as secure coding guidelines and secure software design principles.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate security tools and technologies that enhance the Dev Sec Ops  pipeline, such as static analysis tools, dynamic analysis tools, and container security platforms.
• Identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities in applications, infrastructure, and processes, and work with relevant stakeholders to implement appropriate mitigations.
• Provide guidance on risk assessment, risk management, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share knowledge and promote continuous learning related to Dev Sec Ops  practices.
• Create comprehensive documentation that outlines the architecture, design decisions, security measures, and processes implemented within the Dev Sec Ops  pipeline.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI poly
• At least 12 years of experience as a Dev Sec Ops  Architect or similar role, with a focus on integrating security into the software development lifecycle.
• Strong experience in securing Dev Sec Ops  and container platforms against accreditation requirements in classified environments.
• Strong experience in system engineering and collaboration with infrastructure service providers and cybersecurity stakeholders to architect and implement enterprise solutions.
• Strong experience architecting, designing, and building Dev Sec Ops  solutions at scale, in the cloud or on-premise, across multiple classification domains (IL5 to IL6+) simultaneously.
• Expert understanding of Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab CI/CD, Artifactory, Sonar Qube, Selenium).
• Expert-level experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Cloud Formation, or Ansible.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing cloud-based applications and services.
• Strong experience of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Open Shift, EKS) and securing containerized applications.
• Hands-on experience with security tools for static code analysis, dynamic application security testing (DAST), and vulnerability scanning, using tools such as Fortify, Acunetix, and Prisma Cloud.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and tool integration.
• Knowledge of security best practices, common vulnerabilities, and exposure to security frameworks (e.g., OWASP, NIST).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to technical and…