DevSecOps Engineer - Clearance Required

Accountabilities Design, build, maintain, and continuously improve CI/CD pipelines supporting application and infrastructure delivery.

Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and automation platforms such as Ansible.

Architect, deploy, and manage AWS resources and cloud services supporting secure application hosting, integration, monitoring, and operations.

Build, deploy, administer, and maintain secure containerized services using Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or OpenShift, including hardening, patching, storage, and service health.

Integrate security scanning, vulnerability detection, automated testing, and security gates into software delivery pipelines.

Develop secure container images and enforce security and configuration standards throughout development and deployment.

Support the secure deployment and operational integration of Appian-based application services within approved cloud environments.

Troubleshoot pipeline, deployment, infrastructure, integration, and environment issues, driving complex problems through to resolution.

Collaborate with application developers, Appian specialists, information assurance professionals, database administrators, and system architects to align technical delivery with program objectives.

Apply applicable DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and STIG controls, across build and deployment activities.

Create and maintain technical documentation, including pipeline diagrams, playbooks, configuration records, and operational procedures.

Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement across development, deployment, security, and operational practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

6+ years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, cloud engineering, systems automation, or related enterprise technology roles.

Hands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.

Experience deploying and operating AWS or comparable public cloud solutions.

Practical experience with Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration automation tools.

Familiarity with security automation, vulnerability scanning, and integrating security controls into software delivery pipelines.

Experience working in Agile software development or enterprise operations environments.

Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, documentation, collaboration, and communication skills.

Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

Experience with the Appian Platform, including Appian Cloud or Appian GovCloud, is preferred.

Terraform or Ansible experience or certification is a plus.

CompTIA Security+, Linux+, or comparable cybersecurity/Linux certification is desirable.

AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, DevOps Engineer, or Security are valued.

Experience with Git-based workflows, Tekton, GitLab CI, or comparable CI/CD technologies is preferred.

Scripting or programming experience with Bash, Python, or Java is advantageous.

Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, RMF, STIG requirements, SAFe, Agile DevOps, or PI Planning is beneficial.

Benefits

Target salary: $100,000–$166,000, with final compensation based on factors including experience, education, skills, certifications, location, contract requirements, and security clearance.

Fully remote/home-office work environment.

Opportunities to work on mission-critical federal technology and modern cloud and DevSecOps initiatives.

Competitive benefits and employment support associated with the position.

Equal employment opportunity and consideration in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process.

U.S. Government security-clearance eligibility is supported for qualified U.S. citizens.

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