DevSecOps Engineer

Tyto Athene, LLC

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El Segundo, CA (On-Site/Office)

The Digital Modernization Sector has an exciting career opportunity for a DevSecOps Engineer in El Segundo, CA to support the US Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), Operational Command and Control Acquisition Delta, known as Kobayashi Maru. This role is instrumental in the development and deployment of mission critical software for space defense, space domain awareness, and enabling data services. This position is 80% hands on keyboard tactical engineering and 20% product/team Platform Operations.

Responsibilities:

* Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for secure, automated software delivery.
* Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
* Virtualization and Infrastructure Management:
* Create, manage, and optimize virtual machines using Hypervisor technologies such as VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, or KVM.
* Configure and maintain virtualized environments to ensure performance, scalability, and security.
* Support infrastructure modernization efforts by integrating virtualization solutions into hybrid cloud environments.
* Security Integration:
* Embed security best practices into the SDLC and CI/CD processes.
* Implement automated security tools for vulnerability scanning, static/dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST), and container security.
* Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with organizational and industry security standards (e.g., NIST, DoD, ISO).
* Cloud and Infrastructure Management:
* Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
* Maintain high availability, scalability, and performance of cloud-based systems.
* Configure and optimize container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
* Monitoring and Incident Management:
* Establish proactive monitoring solutions to ensure system reliability and availability.
* Respond to and troubleshoot production incidents, performing root cause analysis and resolution.
* Collaboration and Mentorship:
* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, QA, and security professionals.
* Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement of DevSecOps practices.

Required:

* US Citizen and Possession of a current DoD Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a (TS/SCI)
* Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of professional experience as a DevSecOps Engineer.
* Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, Bash, Go).
* Experience with configuration management and orchestration tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Puppet).
* Deep understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
* Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
* Strong knowledge of security principles, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and encryption techniques.
* Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, ELK Stack).
* Solid understanding of networking, Linux/Unix systems, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, STEM, or IT from an accredited institution
* Possession of at least one of the following certifications:

* Cloud Solutions Architect
* Cloud Azure DevOps Engineer
* Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) certification, or equivalent
* Certification: Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+).

Desired:

* Minimum 10 years of professional experience as a DevSecOps Engineer
* Industry Professional certification Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)
* Master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, STEM, or IT from an accredited institution

Clearance: TS/SCI Clearance Required

Location: This position is remote

Compensation:

* Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

* Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and maternity/paternity leave

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains-Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT-empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

Tyto Athene is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully complies with all EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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At Tyto Athene, we harness the power of technology to provide solutions that shape the future. With over 50 years of experience providing mission-focused digital transformation, our team of experts offers a broad range of expertise in four major technology domains: Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cyber Security, and Enterprise IT. We connect people with technologies to seamlessly integrate and manage systems to provide the greatest value to Defense, National Security, Space, Intelligence, and Public Safety for the people who matter the most. To learn more about our mission, visit us at: www.gotyto.com

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