Devops Engineer with Security Clearance

The successful candidate should be excited about opportunities incorporating new technologies into the software development process. They should also be confident in their ability to maintain a development infrastructure and perform to customer specifications. This role will also be able to perform certain system administration functions to support development efforts.
• Strong Technical Expertise: Proficient in coding, scripting, and automation tools. Knowledgeable in cloud technologies, containers, and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

• Security Knowledge: Deep understanding of security principles, practices, and tools. Familiar with threat modeling, risk assessment techniques, and security testing tools.

• Collaboration and Communication: Ability to work closely with development, operations, and security teams. Excellent communication skills to articulate security concerns and solutions effectively.

• Continuous Learning: Stays updated with the latest security threats, technologies, and DevSecOps trends. Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills to identify and solve security and operational challenges in a timely and effective manner.

• Automation Mindset: Leverages automation to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines efficiently. Familiar with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, and automated security testing tools.

• Risk Management: Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage security risks in alignment with business objectives.

• Compliance and Governance: Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to information security. Ensures that DevSecOps practices comply with these standards. Certification Requirements:

• Security + or CISSP Certifications or other certification that fulfills DOD 8570 requirements Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with GitLab and GitLab pipelines

• Kubernetes experience

• Familiarity with Linux

• Security accreditation process understanding

• Understanding of the ATO process

• Familiarity with software architectures that rely on containerization (e.g. docker)

• Experience with Nexus repositories

• VMware experience

• Certificate Authority and Domain Name Server experience