Senior DevSecOps, Platform Engineer – Clearance Required

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design, construct, and sustain GitLab CI/CD pipelines.

• Assist in the transition of legacy repositories and workflows from BitBucket to GitLab.

• Architect, implement, and oversee infrastructure across AWS GovCloud, edge, and Navy networks utilizing Terraform, Ansible, and GitLab.

• Propel the containerization of essential applications like NADACS and SPECTR.

• Manage Kubernetes environments.

• Create and uphold Helm charts.

• Guarantee cluster resilience through automated backups and recovery testing for Kubernetes using tools such as Velero.

• Automate the hardening of RHEL images and execution of STIG checklists.

• Embed continuous automated security scanning within pipelines to retain ATO status.

• Facilitate ICAM integration.

• Implement continuous monitoring, alerting, and reporting using tools like Prometheus and Grafana.

• Oversee cryptographic lifecycles, secrets management, and automated key rotation.

• Collaborate with developers, DevSecOps engineers, and Navy personnel to ensure platform stability, security, and efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active Secret clearance or higher is mandatory.

• Must comply with DoD 8570/8140 baseline certifications, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.

• Over 5 years of experience as a DevSecOps or Platform Engineer in DoD, federal, or heavily regulated environments.

• Extensive experience in deploying and managing AWS GovCloud and hybrid cloud infrastructures.

• Practical experience in Kubernetes administration.

• Development of custom Helm charts; CKAD or CKA certification is preferred.

• Strong expertise in RHEL system administration and automated system/container hardening scripting.

• Advanced skills in building GitLab pipelines.

• Experience in migrating repositories and workflows from BitBucket to GitLab.

• Automation-focused approach with a security-first mindset.

• Familiarity with ICAM protocols such as SAML, OAuth2, and OIDC.

• Proficient in at least one programming language, such as Python.

• Candidates must fulfill eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance.

• Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• A Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred as a bonus, but not required.

• Previous experience in U.S. Navy programs or command-and-control platforms, IL5+ security/operations experience, and AWS certification are considered bonus qualifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Some travel may be required.

• Equal employment opportunity protections are in place.

• Application process accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

• Colorado residents have the option to redact age-identifying information from application materials without penalty.