DevSecOps Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

. Design, architect, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, including reusable pipeline templates and shared components .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,000 - $231,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and orchestrating containerized workloads with Podman. Proficient in Infrastructure as Code practices using Ansible and OpenTofu, with a strong focus on security compliance and automation in DevSecOps environments.

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CI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentInfrastructure as Code (IaC) Using AnsibleContainer Orchestration with PodmanSecurity Compliance with DISA STIGsAgile/Scrum Methodologies

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Hard Skills

CI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Container OrchestrationPython ProgrammingBash ScriptingGit Version ControlAutomated Security ControlsSystem TroubleshootingSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)SBOM Auditing Workflows

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring Junior Engineers

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsGitLabJFrog ArtifactorySonarQubePodmanDockerKubernetesOpenTofuAnsibleTelemetry Stacks

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsAgile/ScrumNIST 800-171RMF ControlsCMMC AuditsDISA STIGsSoftware ComplianceAutomation TechniquesPlatform AdministrationDeveloper Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleDockerJenkinsKubernetesLinuxPythonSDLCUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, architect, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, including reusable pipeline templates and shared components
Automate security controls such as SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detection
Configure, scale, and secure the Software Factory platform using GitLab, JFrog Artifactory, and SonarQube
Manage system setups, staging and testing clusters, and automated tool backups
Design and maintain Infrastructure as Code blueprints using Ansible and OpenTofu
Orchestrate and optimize containerized clusters using Podman
Own and harden DevSecOps platform deployments in secure, air-gapped environments
Package and deploy dependencies, remediate environment-specific issues, and support repeatable software delivery without external connectivity
Collaborate with SecOps teams to maintain platform compliance
Translate DISA STIGs, NIST 800-171, and RMF controls into automated pipeline validation and policy-as-code configurations
Diagnose and remediate low-level system issues, including SELinux policy denials, pipeline token validation issues, and network or VPN bottlenecks
Analyze developer telemetry, feedback, and build metrics to improve Developer Experience
Partner with software, security, and systems engineering teams to establish delivery patterns and guide developers on DevSecOps best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7 years of professional, post-graduation experience in a DevSecOps, DevOps, Platform/Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering role with a strong emphasis on automation or platform administration
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
U.S. citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
Ability to travel up to 10%
Strong working knowledge of modern, secure Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile/Scrum, branching strategies, secure code reviews, automated linting, and release packaging
Practical experience building and scale-optimizing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or another CI/CD orchestrator
Practical experience orchestrating containerized workloads using Podman, Docker, or Kubernetes
Proven capability writing and modularizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible, OpenTofu, or another automation technique
Intermediate Python programming combined with strong Linux/Unix systems-level Bash scripting
Strong proficiency with Git version control, including branch strategies, merge conflict resolution, Git Hooks, or API-driven integrations
Demonstrated systems-level troubleshooting skills for OS, container, or CI/CD pipeline issues
Strong communication skills and willingness to mentor junior engineers and help software teams self-solve platform issues
Experience designing SBOM auditing workflows or navigating open-source license compliance is a plus
Experience with local AI infrastructure, pipeline diagnostics, telemetry, or observability stacks is a plus
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance and experience applying DISA STIGs or preparing environments for CMMC audits is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches