GMD DevSecOps Engineer

Bannerdefense; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Defense is seeking a GMD DevSecOps Engineer to architect, build, and scale the IDDE DevSecOps environment across hybrid cloud platforms. You will deploy containerized workloads with Kubernetes, implement automated CI/CD, and enforce security via STIG and tooling integration.

The role requires deep IaC experience with Terraform, strong cloud skills in Azure and AWS, and a SECRET+ clearance. Exceptional collaboration and leadership are essential in a fast-paced defense context.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus 12 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's with 20 years.
• Active security clearance (SECRET or above) required.
• Hands-on Terraform IaC deployments.
• Experience with Kubernetes in production.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Experience in Azure and AWS enterprise cloud environments.
• Windows Server, AD, GPOs, SCCM administration.
• STIG analysis and security tooling integration.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.

Responsibilities

• Architect and provision the IDDE DevSecOps environment using Terraform.
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized apps with Kubernetes.
• Design and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines to build, test, and deploy.
• Administer Windows Active Directory and hybrid cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
• Collaborate on STIG evaluation and embed security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Create documentation and manage deployment orchestration.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Terraform IaC

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Windows AD

Azure

AWS

GPOs/SCCM

Security clearance

STIG analysis

GitLab/Jenkins/Azure DevOps

DoD compliance

Leadership

Education

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Terraform

SCCM

Active Directory

Job description

GMD DevSecOps Engineer

Join our Team!

Be a part of our passionate and determined team that is on a mission to use our skills and experiences to make a difference in the defense and aerospace industry.

Position Description:

Banner Defense is looking for an experienced, team-oriented GMD DevSecOps Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will provide critical support to GM's Digital Acquisition & Infrastructure team and primarily be responsible for architecting, building, and scaling the DevSecOps Environment within the Integrated Digital Data Environment (IDDE).

Responsibilities:

• Architect and provision the IDDE DevSecOps environment using Terraform to ensure scalable, repeatable, and version-controlled infrastructure deployments.
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications and microservices using Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and resilience for mission-critical workloads.
• Design, implement, and maintain advanced continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD pipelines) to fully automate software building, testing, and deployment processes.
• Act as a system administrator within the IDDE across hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure). Manage tool deployment, infrastructure configuration, Windows Active Directory, and user account management.
• Collaborate with cyber engineers to execute STIG evaluation, analysis, and implementation. Embed automated security and code scanning tools directly into the CI/CD pipelines to ensure high software security standards.
• Support deliverable and release objectives, create comprehensive product/infrastructure documentation, and manage complex deployment orchestration.
• Travel may be required

Required Skills/Experience:

• Master's Degree + 12 years relevant experience, or Bachelor's + 20 years exp is required.
• Active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
• Hands-on experience using Terraform for complex Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.
• Proficiency in building, deploying, and managing containerized environments using Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Hands-on operational experience working within enterprise cloud environments, specifically Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Proven experience in Windows Server administration, Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
• Demonstrated experience in STIG analysis, deployment orchestration, and security/code scanning tools.
• Prior experience with Integrated Development Environments, such as Coder.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (Required for baseline DoD compliance).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Cloud Certifications: Active professional-level cloud certifications highly preferred, such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Container Certifications: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
• Advanced familiarity with GitLab for code repositories, pipeline execution, and backlog management

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.