DevOps & Automation Engineer

DevSecOps EngineerBLENers are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. For over 20 years, we've been helping government agencies and businesses transform their digital experience. We value building long and enduring partnerships to solve complex challenges by putting humans at the center of all the experiences. Our team thrives on turning tricky problems into solutions that are practical, accessible and performant.DevSecOps Engineers at BLEN play a pivotal role in our modernization program, implementing and maintaining robust Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines while integrating security at every stage of the software development lifecycle. They combine deep technical expertise, security awareness, and a holistic understanding of the software development process to streamline our delivery pipeline, enhance productivity, and ensure the security and reliability of our solutions. Our DevSecOps team collaborates closely with development, operations, and security teams to create a seamless, efficient, and secure software delivery process that meets the high standards required in government contracting environments.What we would like from you:Support DevSecOps efforts to ensure delivery of a demand model leveraging continuous everything to reduce defects while increasing productivity and time-to-marketAssist with the establishment of CI/CD pipeline guidelines, standards, and strategiesCommunicate with development teams to ensure adherence to CI/CD guidelines and standard DevSecOps processesSupport the technical planning, configuration, integration, verification, and validation of the pipeline toolchainImplement automated methods to improve system performance and reliability, including scripting, integration, and problem resolution related to the CI/CD pipeline toolchainQuickly learn business workflows, technical architecture, and dependent systems of the supported servicesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate various DevSecOps practices as part of a CI/CD implementationTroubleshoot issues within the pipeline and provide solutionsStay updated with the latest DevSecOps trends, tools, and best practicesContribute to the continuous improvement of our DevSecOps processes and toolingSupport the implementation of security measures throughout the CI/CD pipelineAssist in the creation and maintenance of documentation for DevSecOps processes and toolsYour main goal will be to ensure our software delivery process is efficient, secure, and aligned with our modernization program's objectives through the effective implementation and support of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.Basic qualifications:Essential Requirements5+ years of experience in software development or related fieldsAt least two years of hands-on experience supporting DevOps/DevSecOps to reengineer and automate the software development processExperience in the technical aspects of DevSecOps techniques, continuous integration, continuous testing, and continuous deploymentProficiency with distributed source control (Git)Experience with dependency management toolsFamiliarity with leading CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or TFSUnderstanding of Pipeline as Code scripting technologiesExperience with industry-standard Static Code Analysis (SCA) tools such as SonarQube, Nexus IQ Server, or FortifyHands-on experience integrating SCA tools into CI/CD pipelineFamiliarity with open-source tools for test automation such as SeleniumPreferred Skills and ExperienceExperience working in a large software development program using Agile (preferably SAFe) development methodologyExperience implementing DevSecOps for a Cloud-based system on a modernization programKnowledge of Cloud Service Platforms such as AWS or AzureExperience with container orchestration using tools such as Docker-composeFamiliarity with Container Management Platforms such as OpenShiftExperience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Ansible, Chef, or PuppetKnowledge of Continuous Monitoring tools such as ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash/Fluentd, Kibana)Relevant certifications in DevOps, cloud platforms, or securityRequirement:Must be a US Citizen or legal resident and able to work domesticallyMust be able to attain low-level security clearancePerks:Work from anywhere.Competitive pay.A contribution to your health benefit.The chance to work on high-visibility projects and make a significant impact.Get to know us:We are a small, creative and highly technical team.Our heroes are the scrappy folks that dare to dream and do great things. We love people that care more about doing the right thing than taking a shortcut.We believe in finishing projects and floor our clients by how much we cared about their project.We believe in integrity and because we're small, we are very selective of our partners and clients.We do not use phrases like 'human resource' because you are NOT a resource. You are a team member and we will treat you like one.What you should expect from us:We will treat you fairly.We give you space to grow both personally and professionally.We will hear your ideas even when we disagree -- especially when we disagree.We will be equitable with our success and be honest with our challenges.We will always tell you the truth. Even when the truth is difficult.$113,000 - $135,000 a year The salary range represents the compensation we expect to offer candidates who can perform the core responsibilities with minimal additional training. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as skill set, level of experience, and scope of responsibility. Our recruitment team is available to discuss your specific salary requirements and to provide more information about how we determine compensation. We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices and encourage open dialogue about our compensation structure throughout the application process. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities