DevSecOps Engineer

Akiak Enterprise Services; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Akiak Technology is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to advance secure, scalable software for a key federal client. The role emphasizes integrating security into every stage of the development pipeline and collaborating with development and operations teams to maintain secure, automated infrastructure.

Candidates should have hands-on SecDevOps experience in CI/CD platforms, familiarity with CrowdStrike and Zscaler, and a strong understanding of AWS cloud security and threat modeling.

Qualifications

• Hands-on SecDevOps experience in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).
• Experience with cybersecurity platforms (CrowdStrike, Zscaler, etc.).
• Deep understanding of cloud security, especially AWS.
• Implement security best practices across SDLC, including code scanning and threat modeling.
• Proficient in automation, monitoring, and security integration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, automated infrastructure.
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD and software development processes.
• Automate security processes including incident response and threat detection.
• Ensure compliance with security standards in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Skills

SecDevOps

CI/CD

Jenkins

GitLab

AWS

Vulnerability scanning

Automation

Monitoring

Threat modeling

Tools

CrowdStrike

Zscaler

Chef Automate

Job description

Company Overview:

Akiak Technology is a fast‑growing, Tribal‑Owned, SBA‑certified 8(a) IT consulting firm recognized on the 2025 Inc. 500 list, ranking #106 overall and #4 in Government Services. We specialize in AI‑driven digital transformation, cybersecurity, cloud modernization, agile development, and UX/CX for U.S. government agencies.With over 50 years of combined federal experience, we deliver secure, modern solutions while advancing our mission to support the Indigenous Yup’ik community of Akiak, Alaska.Join us to work on impactful federal projects, innovate with modern technologies, and contribute to meaningful community‑driven change!

We're hiring a DevSecOps Engineer to contribute to the development and delivery of secure, scalable software systems. This position focuses on integrating security at every stage of the development pipeline to support a key federal client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with development and operations teams to design, implement, and maintain secure and automated infrastructure.
• Integrate security controls, such as automated vulnerability scanning, static and dynamic analysis, and security testing into the CI/CD process.
• Automate and orchestrate security processes, including incident response and threat detection, using technologies like Splunk, Chef Automate, and others.
• Establish and ensure compliance with security standards in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience implementing SecDevOps practices in CI/CD platforms, such as Jenkins, GitLab, etc.
• Experience with cybersecurity platforms, such as CrowdStrike, Zscaler, etc.
• Deep understanding of cloud security, especially AWS.
• Implement security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle, including code scanning, vulnerability assessment, and threat modeling.
• Proficiency in automation, monitoring, and security integration
• Knowledge of DHS governance and compliance requirements
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• 7-10 years of experience

Teleworking:

The company has a hybrid remote policy for all employees and is dependent upon the type of position.This position may be assigned to support a federal contract, or to work in office. The Company’s teleworking eligibility may not apply if the employee is supporting a federal services contract. In this instance, the employee may be subject to federal telework policies and may be required to work onsite in the federal facility when requested.

Employee Non-Disclosure:

The employee must sign and attest to the Company’s non-disclosure statement. The employee is responsible for reporting to the Company’s Compliance, Risk and Ethics Officer any conflicts of interest, and/or provide notification of outside employment, or when release of confidential business isshared with external parties.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Akiak Family of Companies will attempt to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment, with the exception of those situations affected by the Tribal Preference policy. All aspects of employment will be governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.

Contract ‑Mandated U.S. Citizenship

Because this position supports a federal contract that restricts performance to U.S. citizens, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., a U.S. passport or passport card; a U.S. birth certificate with a government‑issued photo ID; or a Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship).This request is solely to confirm contract eligibility and is separate from Form I‑9. For the I‑9, you may present any acceptable document(s) of your choosing; we do not request or require specific I‑9 documents. We will complete EVerify‑ within 3 business days of your start date in accordance with federal requirements.