DevSecOps Engineer

Darkwolfsolutions; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Darkwolfsolutions is looking for a DevSecOps Engineer to support cloud-based cyber operations. This role involves architecting secure image factories and managing CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in IT Security and at least 4 years' experience with cloud services. The position offers a hybrid work model with a salary range of $150,000 to $180,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience with commercial cloud service providers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software supply chain security.
• US Citizenship with Top Secret clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain a centralized artifact repository on cloud-native architecture.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for secure container images.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.

Skills

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Cloud service providers (AWS, Azure)

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)

CI/CD tooling (GitLab CI, Jenkins)

Linux administration and hardening

DevSecOps processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT Security, Information Systems, or equivalent

Job description

Dark Wolf is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to support the development and sustainment of a cloud-based platform that enables cyber operations. The successful candidate will architect a centralized secure image factory, integrate proprietary scanning tools, and manage the supply chain of hardened containers. The team provides support to enhance and develop new applications, analytics, and services for the customer and to modernize capabilities through an agile, evolving requirement identification and prioritization process. This position will call for support at a main DW supported office location. Tasks may include assisting with:

• Deploying and maintaining a centralized artifact repository on cloud-native architecture (AWS/Azure).
• Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to automate the ingestion, scanning, and publishing of secure container images.
• Integrating low-CVE base images (e.g., via Chainguard) into the development supply chain.
• Implementing and managing automated compliance scanning tools (SAST/DAST/Fuzzing) within the build pipeline.
• Implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or similar tools to stand up secure environments.
• Developing best practices to increase the velocity of secure image updates and patch management.
• Ensuring system performance and availability while troubleshooting and resolving technical issues within the container lifecycle.
• Collaborating with other teams to develop and implement technical solutions for secure software delivery.
• Automating repetitive tasks to increase efficiency and reduce errors in the image hardening process.
• Documenting infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures for secure supply chain management.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT Security, Information Systems, or equivalent
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience working with commercial cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Extensive experience with Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and Container Security
• Experience designing Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform or Ansible
• Strong proficiency in CI/CD tooling (GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD, or similar)
• Experience with Linux administration and hardening
• Demonstrated knowledge of DevSecOps processes and software supply chain security (SBOMs, signing, verification)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• US Citizenship and ability to be clearable up to the Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Chainguard images and low-CVE container strategies
• Experience working with Platform One, Iron Bank, or similar DoD software factories
• Experience with proprietary fuzzing or scanning pipelines
• Experience deploying and maintaining AWS services including ECR, S3, and RDS
• Industry certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Security+, or CCNA.

This position will be supported at a hybrid capacity at any of the following DW Office locations: Herndon, VA, Omaha, NE, Colorado Springs, CO, Tampa, FL.

The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $180,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.