DevOps Engineer/Security Specialist

Jobgether is seeking a DevOps Engineer/Security Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and security of cloud-based systems supporting critical government IT operations in Virginia. This role focuses on modernizing legacy applications, establishing DevSecOps pipelines, and ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. The position combines hands-on engineering with strategic guidance, emphasizing cloud architecture, CI/CD automation, and secure software delivery. Partial remote flexibility is offered.

Requirements

• Design, implement, and maintain secure Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Engineer cloud infrastructure on AWS or Azure, optimizing for performance, scalability, cost-efficiency, and embedded security controls.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk mitigation activities in line with federal standards (FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS 140-2).
• Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Cloud Engineers, and Release Managers to integrate security practices into Agile sprints and release cycles.
• Harden cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines against threats, implementing monitoring tools and security best practices.
• Support migration of applications to cloud platforms, ensuring secure architecture design, seamless transitions, and operational stability.
• Document workflows, security configurations, and maintain status reporting using approved tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow).

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional FSA and paid parental leave
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays
• No-cost group term life/AD&D coverage
• Pet insurance and monthly stipend
• Tuition and professional training reimbursement
• Supportive work-life balance and flexible virtual employment options