Cloud DevSecOps Engineer

Saalex

Lexington Park (MD)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 165,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Benefit

Job summary

Spalding, a Saalex Company, is seeking a Cloud DevSecOps Engineer in Lexington Park, MD to lead secure cloud-based CI/CD initiatives. The role focuses on AWS-based pipelines, containerized environments, and DevSecOps tooling within a fast-paced federal contracting setting.

The engineer will enhance GitLab-based workflows, mentor teammates, and deliver training and technical briefings while collaborating with cybersecurity and operations teams to modernize software delivery.

Qualifications

Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps solutions.
Experience with AWS cloud services, including ECS and EKS.
Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), or .NET.
Experience with Git, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes, and Atlassian tools.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced technical environment.
Active TS/SSBI clearance desired or ability to obtain TS/SSBI.
BS/BA degree with 8+ years of related experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, and maintain secure DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines supporting software delivery and automation initiatives.
Develop and sustain containerized development and operational environments using AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, and EKS.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to container images, repositories, certificates, cloud services, and deployment pipelines.
Maintain and enhance pipeline tooling through automation, feature development, process improvements, and defect resolution.
Perform regression testing and validation of platform, infrastructure, and pipeline changes.
Provide technical support, training, demonstrations, and guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
Develop technical documentation, user guides, test plans, and operational procedures.
Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to support secure software delivery and modernization efforts.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Python

Java

JavaScript (Node.js)

.NET

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Atlassian tools

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Independent work

Education

BS/BA degree + 8 years related experience

Tools

Git

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Atlassian Jira/Confluence

ECS

EKS

Job description

Spalding, a Saalex Companyis seeking aCloud DevSecOps EngineerinLexington Park,MD.Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of War. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.

Position Type:Full-time

Salary:$130k-$165k annually (depending upon experience)

Work Location:Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

Onsite Requirements

This position is mostly remote but may require ad hoc on-site support for planning, collaboration, or technical support. Candidates should reside in a 90-mile radius of Patuxent River Naval Air Station to support this requirement.

Summary

Join a high-performing DevSecOps team at the forefront of cloud and pipeline innovation. In this fast-paced environment, you'll help shape the future of secure software delivery by introducing emerging technologies, enhancing AWS-based CI/CD platforms, and driving continuous process improvements. Team members are encouraged to stay current with industry trends through professional development opportunities and technical conferences.

The ideal candidate will evaluate, test, and implement pipeline enhancements using GitLab and other DevSecOps tools; provide exceptional customer support and troubleshooting for pipeline users; and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, from mentoring teammates and training customers to presenting technical briefings to leadership.

Essential Functions

Design, develop, implement, and maintain secure DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines supporting software delivery and automation initiatives.
Develop and sustain containerized development and operational environments using AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, and EKS.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to container images, repositories, certificates, cloud services, and deployment pipelines.
Maintain and enhance pipeline tooling through automation, feature development, process improvements, and defect resolution.
Perform regression testing and validation of platform, infrastructure, and pipeline changes.
Provide technical support, training, demonstrations, and guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
Develop technical documentation, user guides, test plans, and operational procedures.
Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to support secure software delivery and modernization efforts.
Other duties as assigned.

Required

Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps solutions.
Experience with AWS cloud services, including Amazon ECS and EKS.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), and/or .NET.
Experience with Git, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes, and Atlassian tools.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills, including experience developing technical guidance, how-to documentation, test plans, demonstrations, and training materials.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced technical environment.
CompTIA Security+ certification required upon hire; proof of certification must be provided with application.
BS/BA degree and 8 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 12 years related experience OR HS and 14 years related experience.

Desired

Experience with specific CI/CD related tools: GitLab Ultimate, Nexus, Prisma Cloud (Twistlock), and DORA metrics.
Experience supporting DevSecOps or software development initiatives within a DoD environment.
Experience with OpenShift.

Education/Experience

BS/BA degree and 8 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 12 years related experience OR HS and 14 years related experience.

Security Clearance

Active TS/SSBI clearance desired or active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SSBI. Requirementsto obtain a clearance includeUS Citizenship, security investigation, etc.