DevSecOps Engineer

Apex Systems; Radford (VA); A distancia; USD 96.000 - 117.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical coverage

401K with match

HSA

ESPP

EAP

Descripción de la vacante

Apex Systems is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to design and operate a secure, scalable DevSecOps framework for containerized apps in a Kubernetes environment. Remote-focused with occasional onsite in Radford, VA, candidate must meet DoD security clearance requirements.

The role emphasizes automating infrastructure, embedding security into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with developers and cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Formación

• Must have DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Hands-on experience implementing and managing DevSecOps frameworks in a cloud or enterprise environment.
• Proficient with CI/CD tooling such as GitLab, Azure DevOps, or Atlassian toolchains.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools: Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Comfortable working in environments with strong security and compliance requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines integrating development, security, and operations.
• Automate infrastructure and application delivery using Terraform and Ansible.
• Containerize legacy apps and migrate to Kubernetes-based platforms (OpenShift or similar).
• Embed security controls in pipelines (SAST/DAST, image scanning, config checks).
• Implement secrets management to protect data across pipelines and runtime envs.
• Monitor pipeline health, app performance, and security posture using observability tools.
• Collaborate with developers, platform engineers, and cybersecurity teams to meet security/compliance standards.
• Provide guidance, documentation, and hands-on support to teams adopting DevSecOps best practices.

Conocimientos

DevSecOps frameworks

CI/CD tooling

Security in pipelines

Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Security clearance

Security compliance

Cloud/enterprise environment

Observability mindset

Educación

DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification

Herramientas

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Descripción del empleo

Job#: 3055329

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

DevSecOps Engineer

Location:

Radford, VA. This position is primarily remote. Occasional onsite presence in Radford, VA may be required for key meetings, integration efforts, or mission needs.

Role Overview

As a DevSecOps Engineer, you will help design and operate a secure, scalable DevSecOps framework for containerized applications running in a Kubernetes environment. This role involves automating infrastructure and application delivery while embedding security controls directly into the CI/CD pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines that integrate development, security, and operations.
• Automating infrastructure and application delivery using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Partnering with developers to containerize legacy applications and migrate them into Kubernetes-based platforms, including OpenShift or similar distributions.
• Embedding security controls directly into pipelines, including static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST), container image vulnerability scanning, and configuration checks.
• Implementing secrets management solutions to protect sensitive data across pipelines and runtime environments.
• Monitoring pipeline health, application performance, and security posture using dashboards and observability tools.
• Collaborating with developers, platform engineers, and cybersecurity teams to ensure applications meet security, compliance, and operational standards.
• Helping teams adopt DevSecOps best practices through guidance, documentation, and hands-on support.

Required Qualifications

Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance as a condition or continuation of employment.

Experience:

• Hands‑on experience implementing and managing DevSecOps frameworks in a cloud or enterprise environment.
• Strong experience with CI/CD tooling such as GitLab, Azure DevOps, or Atlassian toolchains.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Comfortable working in environments with strong security and compliance requirements.

Certifications:

• Must possess a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with security scanning tools such as SonarQube, OWASP ZAP, or Burp Suite.
• Familiarity with container image scanning tools like Trivy, Clair, or Anchore.
• Experience with secrets management platforms such as HashiCorp Vault or Sealed Secrets.
• Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Exposure to security frameworks such as NIST 800-53 or CIS Benchmarks.
• Experience monitoring Kubernetes and CI/CD environments using tools like Prometheus or Grafana.
• Willingness to obtain relevant platform or DevOps certifications within the first 6 months.

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Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $70.00/hr to $85.00/hr. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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