Development Operations Architect

Leadership and Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive DevSecOps strategy aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Lead and mentor a team of DevSecOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with senior management to define and achieve security and operational objectives.
• Recruit, develop, and retain talent to build the next gen DevSecOps team and ensure the staff has the skills and capabilities to meet development needs
• Engage and coordinate with Cloud partners like AWS, Azure, Terraform, and GitLab to increase organizational awareness and resolve technical challenges.

Technical Expertise

• Design and implement secure CI/CD pipelines, integrating security checks at every stage of the software development lifecycle.
• Oversee the implementation and management of cloud infrastructure, with a focus on AWS and Azure platforms.
• Implement and maintain security tools for vulnerability scanning, code analysis, and compliance monitoring.
• Develop and enforce security policies and standards across development and operations teams.

Process Improvement

• Continuously evaluate and optimize DevSecOps processes to improve efficiency, security, and quality of deliverables.
• Implement metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of DevSecOps practices and drive improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies in the DevSecOps space and evaluate their potential application within the organization.

Collaboration and Communication

• Foster strong relationships with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Engage in high-level discussions with C-suite executives, technical teams, and external partners to drive strategic initiatives.
• Provide regular reports and presentations to senior management on the status of DevSecOps initiatives and their impact on the organization.
• Expert-level proficiency in cloud technologies, with particular emphasis on AWS and Azure platforms.
• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• In-depth knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., GitLab, AWS Code Pipeline, Azure Pipeline, Bamboo, and GitHub).
• Solid understanding of security principles and best practices in cloud environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA) and their implementation in cloud environments.
• Essential knowledge of Singapore Government Commercial Cloud (GCC) architecture and compliance requirements.

• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering or a related field
• Professional certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• GitLab or GitHub based certification highly desirable.
• 7+ years of experience in DevOps or related roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Extensive hands-on experience implementing cloud-based agile development methodologies throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• GCC and SHIP-HATS experience highly desirable.

Commitment:
5 days per week, 9:00am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday