Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Inadev; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Inadev is seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer to design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure and automated CI/CD pipelines in Reston, VA. You will implement IaC with Terraform, manage AWS/Azure environments, and integrate security controls into development workflows.

The role demands strong Python skills, Linux proficiency, and experience with containers and Kubernetes. Hybrid schedule in the DC area, with potential federal contract work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years in DevOps/DevSecOps/Cloud/Infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Linux and Shell scripting.
• Strong Python programming experience.
• Hands-on AWS or Azure experience.
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Docker and containerization experience.
• Kubernetes experience.
• Experience using CLI to automate processes.
• Pipeline as Code and CI/CD release automation experience.
• Security integration into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in large, complex computing environments.
• Strong understanding of networks, routing, load balancing, APIs.
• Troubleshooting infrastructure, security, and network issues.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Build secure, compliant cloud-native infrastructure architectures.
• Assess architectures for security vulnerabilities and remediate.
• Develop security automation tools with Python.
• Manage AWS or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, and dependency management.
• Deploy infrastructure and security configurations using Terraform and Ansible.
• Automate deployment tasks to improve scalability and consistency.
• Create and manage release processes and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop Pipeline as Code and IaC solutions.
• Deploy resources via scripts and manifests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, network, and security issues.
• Leverage AI tools like GitHub Copilot to optimize code and workflows.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starting

Adaptability

Learning and improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Jenkins

Spinnaker

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Senior DevSecOps Engineer implements, automates, and maintains secure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. You will build and manage infrastructure-as-code solutions, deploy and secure cloud environments, integrate security controls into development workflows, and drive DevSecOps best practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with AWS or Azure, containerization technologies, automation tools, and a strong commitment to improving security, scalability, reliability, and deployment efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain secure, NIST 800-53 compliant, resilient, and high-performing cloud-native infrastructure architectures.
• Assess cloud architectures and system designs for security vulnerabilities and implement appropriate remediation strategies.
• Develop and maintain security automation tools and scripts using programming languages such as Python.
• Implement and manage AWS or Azure environments, Docker containers, Kubernetes clusters, GitHub repositories, and dependency management solutions.
• Deploy cloud infrastructure, platform components, HTTP/TLS security configurations, and compliance assets using Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and related technologies.
• Automate routine operational and deployment tasks to improve scalability, consistency, and efficiency.
• Create and manage automated release processes and CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins, Spinnaker, and similar tools.
• Develop and maintain Pipeline as Code (PaC) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
• Deploy and manage cloud resources through scripts, manifests, and automation frameworks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, network, security, and deployment-related issues.
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools, including GitHub Copilot, to generate, review, validate, and improve code and automation workflows.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Inadev Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, or national origin

Integrity and Compliance Notice:

All information provided by applicants must be complete, truthful, and accurate. Any intentional misrepresentation of skills, experience, credentials, or identity may result in removal from consideration for this and future employment opportunities.

For positions supporting U.S. federal government contracts, applicants may be subject to background investigations and employment eligibility verification in accordance with federal regulations. Providing false information during this process may be subject to review and action as required under applicable federal laws and security regulations.

Inadev is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a federal contractor committed to compliance with all applicable EEO, OFCCP, and federal hiring standards.

Requirements

Non-Technical Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be willing to work a HYRBID Schedule (2 Days) in Reston, VA & client locations in the Washington D.C. area as required.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check and obtain/maintain a U.S. Government Clearance
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and self-start.
• Must be adaptable/flexible as priorities shift.
• Must be enthusiastic and have passion for learning and constant improvement.
• Must be open to collaboration, feedback and client asks.
• Must enjoy working with a vibrant team of outgoing personalities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, Cloud Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering.
• Proficiency with Linux operating systems and Shell/Bash scripting.
• Strong programming experience with Python.
• Hands-on experience building and operating systems and applications running on AWS or Azure cloud platforms.
• Experience creating Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to deploy and manage applications and cloud infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with Docker image creation and containerization technologies.
• Experience deploying and managing Kubernetes (K8s) clusters.
• Experience utilizing command-line interfaces (CLI) to automate and create repeatable processes.
• Experience creating Pipeline as Code solutions for complex CI/CD workflows and release automation.
• Experience securing cloud environments and integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working within large and complex computing environments.
• Strong understanding of computer networks, routing, load balancing, APIs, and web application architectures.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, security, and network-related issues.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work within aggressive delivery schedules.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot for code generation, review, validation, and workflow automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Spinnaker, and other DevOps automation platforms.
• Experience implementing NIST 800-53 security controls and compliance requirements.
• Experience building and securing enterprise cloud environments.
• Experience with container security, vulnerability management, and security automation tools.