DecSecOps Engineer

KBR, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and incentives

Competitive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a DecSecOps Engineer to integrate security into the SDLC and drive secure, scalable software delivery across cloud and hybrid environments. You will partner with development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to implement automation, code quality standards, and security controls.

The role emphasizes containerized deployments, platform modernization, and continuous improvement of DevSecOps capabilities to support government and commercial missions globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with five or more years in DevSecOps/DevOps.
• Experience supporting CI/CD platforms and secure software delivery pipelines.
• Experience with cloud-based and containerized environments and collaboration with security teams.

Responsibilities

• Support secure CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Integrate security controls, vulnerability scanning, and code quality checks into workflows.
• Configure and support DevSecOps tools and platforms (source control, CI/CD, testing, security).
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and remediate security/quality issues.
• Assist with repository migrations, pipeline modernization, and platform enhancements.
• Support containerized deployments and cloud/hybrid platform engineering activities.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts, reusable templates, and deployment standards.
• Monitor tooling, support upgrades, and ensure platform reliability and performance.
• Participate in Agile development and cross-functional collaboration to meet objectives.
• Promote secure coding practices and continuous improvement of DevSecOps maturity.

Skills

CI/CD experience

Security principles

Cloud environments

Automation scripting

Analytical troubleshooting

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub

GitLab

OpenShift

Kubernetes

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Job description

Title:

DecSecOps Engineer

The DevSecOps Engineer is responsible for integrating security practices into the software development lifecycle to support secure, scalable, and reliable application delivery. This role works closely with development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to implement CI/CD automation, application security controls, code quality standards, and cloud-based solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing evolution of the organization’s DevSecOps capabilities while supporting platform modernization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Trinzic is being established as an independent public company through the planned separation of KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business, which is expected to be completed on January 4, 2027. This role offers a rare opportunity to join the organization during a pivotal period of growth and transformation, helping build and support secure software delivery platforms, cloud engineering capabilities, and DevSecOps practices that will position the company for long-term success while serving critical government and commercial missions around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of secure CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Integrate security controls, vulnerability scanning, and code quality checks into software delivery workflows.
• Configure and support DevSecOps tools and platforms, including source control, CI/CD, testing, and security solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify, troubleshoot, and remediate security and quality issues.
• Assist with repository migrations, pipeline modernization efforts, and DevSecOps platform enhancements.
• Support containerized application deployments and platform engineering activities within cloud and hybrid environments.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts, reusable pipeline templates, and deployment standards.
• Monitor DevSecOps tooling, support upgrades and maintenance activities, and help ensure platform reliability and performance.
• Participate in Agile development activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application delivery objectives.
• Promote secure coding practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance DevSecOps maturity and operational efficiency.

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, software engineering, platform engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience supporting CI/CD platforms and software delivery processes.
• Experience working with cloud-based and containerized environments.
• Experience collaborating with development, infrastructure, and security teams.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Technical & Leadership Skills

• Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of application security principles, secure coding practices, and vulnerability management concepts.
• Experience supporting automated deployments, source code management, and software delivery pipelines.
• Familiarity with code quality, security scanning, and software composition analysis tools.
• Experience with container technologies such as OpenShift, Kubernetes, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to cloud environments, preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency with scripting or automation languages such as PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar technologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DevSecOps tools such as SonarQube, Fortify, Sonatype, Katalon, or similar platforms.
• Experience supporting repository migrations or CI/CD pipeline modernization efforts.
• Familiarity with GitHub Advanced Security or comparable security solutions.
• Knowledge of policy-as-code frameworks and infrastructure automation concepts.
• Security, cloud, or DevOps-related certifications.
• Experience supporting government, defense, engineering, or other highly regulated environments.

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.