DevSecOps Engineer CI/CD & FluxCD - Rippling

OpenTalent; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaden Technologies is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to lead CI/CD automation and GitOps delivery within our software factory environments. This role focuses on building secure, automated pipelines using GitLab CI and FluxCD while ensuring supply chain security and compliance with DoD standards.

You'll work onsite at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, contributing to critical defense and space system modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and a security clearance (secret or above) is required.
• Experience with FluxCD and GitOps workflows.
• Strong CI/CD experience, particularly with GitLab CI.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Experience administering Linux systems.
• Experience with containerization (Docker/Podman, Kubernetes, Helm).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.
• Integrate security scanning, SBOM generation, image signing, and artifact promotion into build workflows.
• Automate deployment to Kubernetes environments using Helm and FluxCD.
• Support dependency management and open-source scanning using tools like Renovate.
• Troubleshoot pipeline issues and optimize CI/CD performance.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure RMF/ATO-aligned evidence collection from pipelines.
• Administer and maintain Linux-based systems supporting DevSecOps infrastructure.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of DevSecOps practices and tooling.

Skills

GitLab CI

FluxCD

CI/CD Automation

Linux Administration

Kubernetes

Helm

SBOM Generation

Image Signing

Security Clearance

Problem Solving

Tools

Docker

Podman

Renovate

Job description

Join Zaden Technologies on our mission to simplify the delivery and improve the utility of software products for our customers. At Zaden, we believe that our employees are our greatest assets. We hire the right candidates with the right skill sets who fit our culture of customer obsession, innovation, and continuous learning. We are our customer’s biggest advocate and we are looking for like-minded individuals who encompass these same ideals. It is important to us to offer you competitive pay and comprehensive benefits with opportunities that match your life and propel your career!

Zaden Technologies is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to lead CI/CD automation and GitOps delivery within our software factory environments. This role focuses on building secure, automated pipelines using GitLab CI and FluxCD while ensuring supply chain security and compliance with DoD standards. You'll work onsite at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, contributing to critical defense and space system modernization efforts.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications
• Integrate security scanning, SBOM generation, image signing, and artifact promotion into build workflows
• Automate deployment to Kubernetes environments using Helm and FluxCD
• Support dependency management and open-source scanning using tools like Renovate
• Troubleshoot pipeline issues and optimize CI/CD performance
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure RMF/ATO-aligned evidence collection from pipelines
• Administer and maintain Linux-based systems supporting DevSecOps infrastructure
• Contribute to continuous improvement of DevSecOps practices and tooling

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship and a security clearance (secret or above)
• Demonstrated experience with FluxCD and GitOps workflows
• Strong CI/CD experience, particularly with GitLab CI
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and take initiative
• Experience administering Linux systems
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker/Podman, Kubernetes, Helm)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of DevSecOps engineering experience
• Experience with RHEL and RHEL-based Linux distributions
• Experience with the Coder K8s-based development environment
• Strong understanding of the DoD DevSecOps Reference Guide and DSOP factory pipelines
• Supply chain security experience (SBOM generation, image signing, vulnerability scanning)
• Familiarity with Windows server administration and automation
• Knowledge of RMF/ATO compliance requirements