DevOps Engineering Director; SECRET Clearance, to lead infrastructure and deployment initiatives using
S.i. Systems
Full Job Description
Position: DevOps Engineering Director (SECRET Clearance, 8+ years) to lead infrastructure and deployment initiatives using
Our client is seeking a Dev Ops Engineering Director (SECRET Clearance, 8+ years) to lead infrastructure and deployment initiatives using Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
Join a hands-on infrastructure leadership role focused on secure, reliable, and scalable cloud environments across Azure and GCP. This position drives cloud architecture, CI/CD automation, observability, and infrastructure optimization supporting engineering delivery initiatives. The role includes ownership of cloud security, compliance alignment, and infrastructure automation within complex multi-cloud environments. Candidates will contribute directly to Dev Ops strategy, cloud migrations, and operational reliability initiatives.
Permanent, Remote (anywhere in Canada),
Working Hours:
EST
Must Haves
• 8+ years in Dev Ops
, Site Reliability Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering roles
• Holds a valid Government of Canada SECRET clearance (Top Secret is an asset)
• Clearance is current and able to be transferred to a new sponsoring organization
• Expert-level Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform including AKS, Azure Dev Ops, GKE, Cloud Run, IAM, and networking
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, or Pulumi
Nice to Have
• CSO or Alternate CSO experience for a PSPC-registered organization
• Familiarity with Security Assessment and Authorization leading to Authority to Operate
• Working knowledge of ITSG-33 and Protected B cloud controls
• Experience supporting SOC 2 Type II and ISO programs
Responsibilities
• Design, build, and maintain highly available infrastructure in Azure and GCP
• Lead cloud migrations, hybrid cloud solutions, and cost optimization initiatives
• Implement Infrastructure as Code deployments using Terraform, Bicep, or Pulumi
• Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, Cloud Build, or similar tools
• Build and maintain centralized logging, monitoring, and alerting systems
• Implement cloud security controls including IAM policies, secrets management, and vulnerability scanning
• Partner with developers, QA, and product teams to align infrastructure with business needs
Compensation package includes:
• Base salary $,-$,
• Bonus up to 15% at leadership discretion
• RRSP match up to 4%
• Up to 4 weeks vacation, 6 days PTO (sick days)
Land Acknowledgement
The Linux Association of Canada respectfully acknowledges that our home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, is located on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. These lands have been home to First Nations peoples for thousands of years, including the Cree, Dakota, Nakota, and Saulteaux, who maintain deep and enduring relationships with the land and the South Saskatchewan River.
We are grateful to the First Nations and Métis peoples who have cared for these lands for generations. We honour their enduring relationship with the land, their cultures, histories, and contributions, and we offer our respect and sincere gratitude as we live, work, learn, and build community here.


