DevSecOps Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

. Design, architect, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins .

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, automating security controls, and implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools like Jenkins, Ansible, and OpenTofu. Proficient in orchestrating containerized workloads and ensuring compliance with security standards in software development.

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CI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Container OrchestrationDevSecOps Best PracticesSecurity Compliance Automation

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Hard Skills

JenkinsAnsibleOpenTofuPodmanPythonBash ScriptingGitLinux/Unix SystemsCI/CD AutomationSecurity Controls Automation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring Junior Engineers

Tools & Technologies

GitLabJFrog ArtifactorySonarQubeDISA STIGsNIST 800-171RMF Controls

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)AgileScrumSecure Code ReviewsAutomated Linting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleDockerJenkinsKubernetesLinuxPythonSDLCUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, architect, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
Develop reusable pipeline templates and custom shared components
Automate security controls including SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detection
Configure, scale, and secure the Software Factory platform, including 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 DSO platform deployments in secure, air-gapped environments
Package and deploy dependencies and remediate environment-specific issues
Support repeatable software delivery without external connectivity
Collaborate with SECOPs teams to maintain DSO platform compliance
Translate DISA STIGs, NIST 800-171, and RMF controls into automated validation scripts and policy-as-code configurations
Diagnose and remediate low-level system issues, including SELinux denials, pipeline token validation issues, and network/VPN bottlenecks
Analyze developer telemetry, feedback, and build metrics to improve Developer Experience
Partner with software, security, and systems engineering teams 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 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
Demonstrated systems-level troubleshooting skills for low-level OS, container, or CI/CD pipeline issues
Strong communication skills and willingness to mentor junior engineers
Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance

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