DevSecOps Engineer - Test Sarasota, FL, US

CACI International Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking an experienced DevSecOps Engineer to design and build a secure CI/CD/testing framework in a DoD environment. The role emphasizes testing architecture, automation of CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, and DISA STIG compliance across distributed microservices running on Kubernetes.

A TS/SCI with Poly clearance is required. The candidate will lead test design, contribute to planning and reporting, and collaborate with Responsible Engineers and IPTs to ensure systems are

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Comptia Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
• Strong experience managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (RHEL 9) systems
• GitLab administration and CI/CD pipeline development experience
• In-depth knowledge of DoD DISA STIG security standards and compliance testing
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with integration testing of distributed systems and microservices
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes container orchestration
• Experience with Helm for Kubernetes package management
• Proficiency with GitLab CI/CD pipelines and runners
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and testing
• Strong understanding of security testing methodologies and tools
• Experience with Atlassian tools for project management (JIRA, Confluence)

Responsibilities

• Establish testing standards, DevSecOps practices, and security compliance processes from the foundation up, working with Java-based microservices deployed on Kubernetes with RHEL 9
• Make critical decisions about tooling and frameworks while also writing test code, building pipelines, and hardening container deployments in Harbor and Kubernetes
• Coordinate review of relevant program documentation with Responsible Engineers
• Lead the test design; assist in DT&E I/FAT test planning, execution, and reporting
• Integral member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT) for each system recap or deployment, ensuring system is ready for customer-witnessed acceptance tests and fielding
• Ensure test data are properly collected and recorded in a timely manner per the approved test plan

Skills

GitLab CI/CD

Kubernetes

Security testing

IaC testing

RHEL 9

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Harbor

JIRA

Confluence

Kubernetes

Helm

Job description

Job Title: DevSecOps Engineer - Test

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an experienced, hands-on, DevSecOps engineer to lead development of a CI/CD environment for a multi-tenant system with an emphasis on testing and hardening. This is a ground-up opportunity to architect and build comprehensive testing infrastructure and frameworks in a secure, containerized DoD environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in environments where they can shape and define testing standards and practices.

This role requires a test engineer who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on implementation. The ideal candidate is a self-directed technical leader who will take ownership of building our testing infrastructure, is comfortable working independently, and excels at creating structure where none exists—someone who can independently design testing strategies, implement automated CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, and ensure all systems meet DoD DISA STIG requirements. In this position, you will be the primary architect for integration testing across distributed services, security compliance validation, and Infrastructure as Code testing practices. Experience with defense sector security requirements and active clearance eligibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Establish testing standards, DevSecOps practices, and security compliance processes from the foundation up, working with Java-based microservices deployed on Kubernetes with RHEL 9
• Make critical decisions about tooling and frameworks while also writing test code, building pipelines, and hardening container deployments in Harbor and Kubernetes
• Coordinate review of relevant program documentation with Responsible Engineers
• Lead the test design; assist in DT&E I/FAT test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Integral member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT) for each system recap or deployment, ensuring system is ready for customer-witnessed acceptance tests and fielding
• Ensure test data are properly collected and recorded in a timely manner per the approved test plan

Technical Environment

• Operating System: RHEL9
• Development: Java, Python, Typescript
• CI/CD: GitLab (with automated testing)
• Container Registry: Harbor
• Orchestration: Kubernetes
• Package Management: Helm
• Security Compliance: DoD DISA STIG
• Project Management: JIRA
• Documentation: Confluence

Qualifications

Required

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Active Comptia Security+ certification, or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
• Strong experience managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (RHEL 9) systems
• Gitlab administration and CI/CD pipeline development experience
• In-depth knowledge of DoD DISA STIG security standards and compliance testing
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with integration testing of distributed systems and microservices
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes container orchestration
• Experience with Helm for Kubernetes package management
• Proficiency with GitLab CI/CD pipelines and runners
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and testing
• Strong understanding of security testing methodologies and tools
• Experience using Atlassian tools for project management (JIRA, Confluence)

Desired

• Experience deploying and debugging DSP (Digital Signal Processing) software
• Experience developing, deploying, and troubleshooting Java applications
• Experience developing, deploying, and troubleshooting Python applications
• Wide breadth of experience with automated testing tools (Postman, REST Assured, Cypress, Selenium, etc.)
• Knowledge of container vulnerability scanning tools
• Knowledge of CVE remediation and container hardening
• Experience with security testing tools (SAST, DAST, SCA)
• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
• Experience with performance and load testing tools
• Experience writing Helm charts

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$78,000 - $163,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.