Senior DevOps Engineer

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. Design, build, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $106,300 - $136,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining secure CI/CD pipelines, managing AWS cloud infrastructure, and implementing security controls throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficient in DevSecOps practices, with a strong focus on compliance with federal security requirements and experience in securing healthcare systems.

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CI/CD Pipeline ManagementAWS Cloud SecurityTerraform and TerragruntDevSecOps PracticesFISMA and NIST Compliance

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Hard Skills

DevOps EngineeringSecurity EngineeringContainerization SecurityScripting (Python, Bash)Infrastructure as CodeSecurity Scanning ToolsBuild Tools (Maven)Data Platforms (Databricks, Redshift)AWS ServicesDocker Security

Soft Skills

CollaborationSecurity Awareness

Tools & Technologies

GitHub ActionsNessusBurpSuiteOWASPChompy

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Security - SpecialtyCISSPGSEC

Industry Keywords

FISMANISTCMSHealthcare SystemsFederal Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon RedshiftAWSCloudDjangoDockerHadoopJavaMavenPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
Embed security controls, SAST, DAST, SCA tools, and processes throughout the software development lifecycle
Manage and secure AWS cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Terragrunt
Implement and manage security for Docker-containerized applications
Collaborate with Java, Python, and Django development teams to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in code and dependencies
Automate security monitoring, logging, and incident response procedures within AWS
Ensure systems and applications meet FISMA, NIST, and CMS-specific security requirements
Support the security of data platforms and services including Databricks and Redshift
Work with cross-functional teams to foster security awareness and best practices
Support Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in securing critical healthcare systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government
Must be a U.S. citizen or pass clearance through the Foreign National Government System
Foreign National Government System candidates must have lived within the United States for at least 3 of the previous 5 years
Foreign National Government System candidates must have a valid, non-expired passport from their country of birth and appropriate visa/work permit documentation
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; or, in lieu of a degree, 10 additional years of relevant professional experience and 8 years of specialized experience
8+ years of DevOps Engineer experience
Proven experience in a DevSecOps, DevOps, or Security Engineering role
Strong hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud security principles
Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform and Terragrunt
Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines, preferably with GitHub Actions
Understanding of containerization technologies, including Docker security
Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python or Bash
Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks like FISMA and NIST
Experience with build tools such as Maven
Knowledge of data platforms and warehousing solutions like Databricks and Redshift
Experience securing web applications built with frameworks like Django
Experience administering/sizing clusters such as Redshift, Databricks, or Hadoop
Experience configuring and maintaining DevSecOps tools, infrastructure automation, and security scanning solutions such as Nessus, BurpSuite, or OWASP
Expertise in AWS security best practices, including IAM policies/roles, security groups, and network security
Desired: Prior experience supporting CMS or other federal government agencies
Desired: Familiarity with tools in the stack, including Chompy
Desired: Relevant industry certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, CISSP, or GSEC

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) retirement benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Wellness and employee support programs
Remote work environment
Occasional travel for training and project meetings, estimated at less than 5% per year