Full-Time

Senior DevSecOps Engineer 1

Posted on 8/18/2026

M9 Solutions

M9 Solutions

51-200 employees

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Compensation Overview

$170k - $220k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure (1)
Required Skills
.NET
DevOps

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Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in an information technology-related field; relevant experience may be substituted.
  • A certification meeting Department of Defense 8140 requirements, such as Security+, Cloud+, CySA+, or higher.
  • At least 5 years of DevSecOps Engineer experience or similar experience.
  • Experience designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining enterprise development security platforms, secure or vetted package management solutions, and DevSecOps continuous integration and continuous delivery solutions in both on-premises and cloud environments across multiple classification levels.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain secure, automated continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines and implement security best practices for .NET frameworks to support application operations.
  • Ensure integration of security throughout the development and operations lifecycle.
  • Provide advanced technical capability to mentor development teams on secure coding practices, strengthen application security posture, and maintain compliance with client requirements.
  • Establish and maintain client trust and confidence through relevant knowledge and skills, and use creativity to provide innovative solutions that fit client needs.
  • Support continuity of operations as essential personnel, including possible work during government shutdowns, emergencies, or other critical situations.

M9 Solutions provides IT services and solutions to the Federal Government. It focuses on software development, cloud migration and infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery, and data analytics. Its products and services work by mobilizing skilled people and technologies to design, build, secure, and operate digital systems that improve performance and enable modern, sustainable change for government agencies. The company differentiates itself through its combination of domain expertise in federal IT, a focus on secure and stable technology delivery, and its commitment to delivering the digital future by aligning talent with mission needs. The goal is to help public sector organizations achieve better outcomes, resilient operations, and ongoing modernization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • M9 completed CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025, improving defense bid eligibility.
  • NTIS joint venture positioning supports access to federal data modernization work.
  • Leadership bench remains intact in 2026 with COO Ethel Formichelli and founder James McKee.

What critics are saying

  • Sean DuGuay left M9 in December 2024 for Aretum, weakening growth leadership.
  • HigherGov shows no recent awards, signaling thin visible demand through August 2025.
  • Without meaningful new contracts, M9 risks becoming a small, replaceable subcontractor by 2026.

What makes M9 Solutions unique

  • M9 Solutions pairs NTIS data innovation support with federal IT services since 2022.
  • M9 Solutions preserved SPRS affirmation after CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025.
  • Founder James McKee still leads; stable ownership supports specialized federal contracting relationships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

PTO/vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Meal Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Legal Services

Employee Discounts

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Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 25th, 2023
Former Capgemini Executive Sean DuGuay Joins IT Services Provider M9 Solutions as President & CRO

Sean DuGuay, former Principal of National Security and Defense at Gapgemini Government Solutions, has joined M9 Solutions as President and Chief Revenue Officer, the information technology services and solutions provider announced on Friday.

PR Newswire
May 20th, 2022
M9 Solutions hires David Callner as Executive Team

M9 Solutions is pleased to welcome Chief Growth Officer David Callner to the Executive Team.