Chief DevSecOps Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking a Chief DevSecOps Engineer to be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of secure software solutions across the VA enterprise cloud environment. This expert-level role requires in-depth technical expertise in software development, algorithm engineering, and database architecture. You will oversee a team of developers, ensuring quality control and compliance with security protocols throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). You will play a key role in integrating security practices into every phase of development while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. As the ideal candidate, you will thrive in a collaborative environment and be skilled in synthesizing complex system components into scalable and secure software applications.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related scientific/technical discipline with additional 10 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the required education
- Minimum of 15 years of hands-on experience in software development, DevSecOps practices, algorithm design, and database architecture
- Tech Stack required for this position: Java, Spring Boot, .NET Core, Node.js, React Oracle, SQL, PostgreSQL, Redis Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Gitlab CI/CD, Terraform Kafka, MuleSoft and IBM MQ VA Enterprise Cloud (AWS GovCloud + Azure Gov)
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Splunk, ServiceNow
- Knowledge of Okta, Ping Identity, VA IAM services, FedRAMP compliance requirements
- Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)
- AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
Responsibilities
- Lead large-scale, secure software development initiatives
- Enforce expertise in DevSecOps principles and implementation
- Develop and apply complex algorithms
- Demonstrate experience in database design and optimization
- Lead a team and collaboration across cross-functional teams
- Identify risks and implementing mitigation strategies
- Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve development issues quickly and efficiently.
- Document and present technical solutions effectively.
- Integrate automated testing, continuous integration (CI), and continuous deployment (CD) tools
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Saving Account (when enrolled ineligible plan) with Company contribution
- Company paid Life, Accidental Death, Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Care Insurance
- Voluntary Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Accrued Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
