Manager, DevSecOps

axiomspace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space seeks a bold and dynamic DevSecOps Manager to lead a team delivering secure, containerized platforms across environments in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes security integration throughout the SDLC, automation, and scalable infrastructure for mission-critical systems.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in software development, strong CI/CD, IaC, and cloud security experience within regulated or high-security settings.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in software development, preferably aerospace.
• Experience with build automation and CI/CD.
• Experience with secure cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) and hybrid setups.
• Experience with container security management (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Strong knowledge of IAM, configuration management, and secure SDLC practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the DevSecOps strategy and roadmap.
• Lead and mentor DevSecOps engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Shape a culture of security, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, and compliance to align objectives.
• Define team goals, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Oversee secure CI/CD pipelines and IaC security best practices.

Skills

DevSecOps leadership

Security mindset

CI/CD pipelines

Infrastructure as Code

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Terraform

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic DevSecOps Manager who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy e xperienced DevSecOps Manager with deep expertise in leading technical team to deliver modern, containerized platforms deployed across multiple environments. This DevSecOps Manager will be responsible for leading a team that builds and maintains secure, scalable infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical systems and integrate security into all phases of the software development lifecycle for the Axiom Space Commercial Space program in Houston, TX. Candidates with a solid foundation in container orchestration, infrastructure automation, and security compliance, particularly within regulated or high-security environments. are encouraged to apply.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute the organization's DevSecOps strategy and roadmap
• Lead, mentor, and manage DevSecOps engineers and cross-functional teams
• Foster a culture of security, automation, and continuous improvement
• Partner with engineering, security, infrastructure, and compliance teams to align objectives
• Define team goals, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Integrate security controls throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Design and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines
• Automate security testing, code scanning, and compliance validation
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security best practices
• Standardize deployment and release management processes
• Oversee application security testing, including Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Software Composition Analysis (SCA), Container and image scanning, and secrets detection
• Coordinate vulnerability remediation with development teams
• Manage security risk assessments and threat modeling activities
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years' experience in software development, preferably in aerospace
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience in build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, deployment of software
• Experience with secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with hybrid cloud/on-prem environments
• Experience implementing cloud security controls and monitoring
• Familiarity managing container security (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
• Experience ensuring secure configuration management and hardening
• Experience implementing identity and access management (IAM) best practices
• Experiencing automating DevSecOps tools and optimizing developer experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, or related field; 10+ years' experience in software development, preferably in aerospace. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience in build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, deployment of software
• Experience with secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with hybrid cloud/on-prem environments
• Experience implementing cloud security controls and monitoring
• Familiarity managing container security (Docker, Kube