Lead IT DevSecOps Engineer

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Lead IT DevSecOps Engineer in Cleveland, OH to consolidate source control and CI/CD onto GitHub and embed Secure SDLC into every pipeline.

The role collaborates with Cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure, and Applications leaders to drive secure, scalable workflows across a large multi-platform estate, with opportunities for technical and leadership growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years in DevOps/DevSecOps or platform engineering.
• Hands-on with repository and CI/CD consolidations or migrations.
• Strong skills in NodeJS and C#; Python valued.
• Deep proficiency with Git, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
• Experience integrating SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and secret detection in CI/CD.
• Working knowledge of containerization and a major cloud platform (Azure preferred).
• Must be able to work full-time onsite; eligible to work in the United States; no sponsorship provided.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate source control and CI/CD onto GitHub.
• Partner with application development teams to migrate repositories and set standards, branching strategy, and governance.
• Champion Secure SDLC across pipelines.
• Integrate SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, secret detection into pipelines; drive adoption.
• Build the automation and the platform; design CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Author build and deployment automation in NodeJS and C#.
• Administer DevOps infrastructure, container registries, and cloud platform services.
• Coach developers and create reusable patterns for secure-by-default workflows.
• Go hands-on where acceleration is needed; year 1 focuses on consolidation and Secure SDLC foundation; year 2+ expands to AI/ML security.

Skills

NodeJS

C#

Scripting

Git

GitHub

CI/CD

Secure SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

GitHub Actions

Azure

Terraform

ARM templates

Job description

Lead IT DevSecOps Engineer

Location: Cleveland, OH

Cleveland-Cliffs is hiring a Lead IT DevSecOps Engineer to partner with our application development teams, consolidate source control and CI/CD onto GitHub, and embed Secure SDLC into every pipeline.

This role has direct executive support from Cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure, and Applications leadership. The right candidate is passionate about Secure by Design, firm on CI/CD discipline, and energized by the work of bringing a large, multi-platform engineering estate into a single modern workflow.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Consolidate source control and CI/CD onto GitHub.
• Partner with application development teams to migrate repositories, and set the standards, branching strategy, and governance that make the consolidation durable.
• Champion Secure SDLC.
• Integrate SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, secret detection, and code scanning into every pipeline, drive adoption, not just deployment.
• Build the automation and the platform.
• Design CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Author build and deployment automation in NodeJS and C#.
• Administer DevOps infrastructure, container registries, and cloud platform services.
• Coach developers and build the paved road.
• Create the templates and reusable patterns that make secure-by-default the easy path.
• Go hands‑on where it accelerates the change.
• Program goal in year one (1) is consolidation and Secure SDLC foundation.
• Year two (2) and beyond, the scope expands to include a voice in AI/ML pipeline security as Cleveland-Cliffs' AI footprint grows.
• Potential professional growth opportunities include either a technical path such as Architect and Principal, or a leadership path by managing a team as the program grows.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years in DevOps, DevSecOps, or platform engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with repository and CI/CD platform consolidations or migrations.
• Strong scripting and programming skills in NodeJS and C# (Python also valued).
• Deep proficiency with Git, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
• Experience integrating SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and secret detection into CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of containerization and a major cloud platform (Azure preferred).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work full‑time onsite.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Cleveland-Cliffs does not provide sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience consolidating from Azure DevOps, GitLab, Jenkins, or TFS into GitHub.
• Familiarity with .NET applications and legacy application environments.
• Interest or experience in AI/ML pipeline security.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, or similar).
• Relevant certifications (AZ-400, GIAC GWEB/GCSA, or similar).

Salary

The salary range for this role is $120,000 $160,000, plus meaningful annual bonus opportunity tied to company and individual performance. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

Company Overview

Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment. Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.

Workplace Standards

We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.