DevSecOps Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense seeks a DevSecOps Engineer to design, build, and harden CI/CD and deployment infra for advanced sensor and mission systems. Ideal candidates automate security testing (SAST/DAST) and optimize pipelines, while growing into broader system-level deployment roles.

Candidates should have 2+ years in DevSecOps, strong Linux expertise, and experience with Docker/Podman, Python, and IaC tools. DoD clearance eligibility and US Citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree required.
• 2+ years in DevSecOps or related roles focusing on infra and pipelines.
• Strong experience building and securing CI/CD pipelines in Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines for C++ applications.
• Integrate SAST/DAST and container scanning into the development lifecycle.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning with IaC (Ansible, Terraform).
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineers to optimize build times and deployment reliability.
• Support software integration and deployment in HWIL environments.
• Enforce cybersecurity compliance (e.g., DISA STIGs) across development and runtime environments.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

Linux

Docker/Podman

Python

C++

Security testing tools

DISA STIGs

Shell scripting

Education

ABET-accredited degree (Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS)

Tools

Docker

Podman

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos Defense is seeking a talented DevSecOps Engineer to design, build, and secure the continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), and deployment infrastructure supporting advanced sensor and mission systems. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy automating software pipelines, integrating automated security testing (SAST/DAST), and optimizing development infrastructure today, while growing into broader system-level deployment and real-time infrastructure architecture over time. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.

Primary Responsibilities:

Candidate will support advanced technology radar programs by automating, securing, and maintaining the infrastructure that compiles, tests, and deploys high-performance sensor and data processing applications. These systems are tightly coupled with real-time data pipelines and hardware, requiring a strong understanding of performant build systems, Linux optimization, and secure infrastructure.

Engineers in this role are expected to grow into broader pipeline and infrastructure ownership over time, contributing across application build management, automated security compliance, and deployment frameworks.

• Design, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment environments for modern C++ applications.
• Integrate and manage automated security tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and container vulnerability scanning) into the development lifecycle.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Collaborate closely with software, systems, and hardware engineers to optimize software compilation times, build scalability, and deployment reliability.
• Support software integration and deployment in operational, simulated, and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing environments.
• Enforce cybersecurity compliance and hardening guidelines (such as DISA STIGs) across Linux-based development and runtime environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve build failures, environment disparities, and pipeline bottlenecks to ensure high developer velocity.

Basic Qualifications:

Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline from an ABET-accredited school with a strong demonstration of the skills listed below.

Candidate must have 2+ years of experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, or Software Engineering with a heavy focus on infrastructure and pipeline automation.

Candidate must have excellent teamwork skills and possess strong fundamentals in the following:

• Strong experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar).
• Proficiency in Linux-based environments , including advanced shell scripting, system administration, and performance tuning.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman) and orchestration tools.
• Strong experience with Python or other scripting languages for automation task development.
• Familiarity with building and packaging compiled languages , specifically modern C++ applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• US Citizenship is required and ability to obtain and maintain and DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidate with additional skills in the following is preferred:

• Experience implementing automated security testing (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, Nexus/Artifactory scanning tools).
• Exposure to radar, RF, or sensor systems and deploying software to hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) environments.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with distributed applications or messaging fr