DevSecOps Engineer

Department: EngineeringEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Arlington, VAReporting To: Marcus BorchCompensation: $74,000 - $150,000 / yearDescriptionAbout The Role:Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing, and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to join our team based out of our Arlington, VA location.At IDT, we are committed to delivering advanced technologies that protect and empower our nation’s security. The DevSecOps team is central to this mission, integrating security, automation, and operational practices into the software development lifecycle. We provide a standardized developer platform that integrates CI/CD pipelines, security scanning, infrastructure automation, and developer tooling across both connected and classified environments. A portion of this work occurs in air-gapped environments, where automation, repeatability, and disciplined processes are critical to success.In This Role, You WillImprove the developer experience by reducing friction in CI/CD pipelines and platform workflowsHelp ensure software delivered to classified environments meets strict security and compliance requirementsContribute to a repeatable, scalable Software Factory that operates consistently across connected and air-gapped environmentsSupport engineers across multiple programs by providing reliable tooling, environments, and guidanceWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineer to help build, maintain, and improve our DevSecOps platforms. The successful candidate will partner with engineering and security teams to continuously improve the speed, quality, and resilience of our systems.Clearance & Location Requirements:All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 2 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.What You Will Do Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins, following established enterprise patternsIntegrate and operate automated security controls within pipelines, including SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detectionSupport and maintain core Software Factory tooling (e.g., GitLab, artifact repositories, scanning tools, CI/CD infrastructure)Develop and update Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible and Terraform, leveraging standardized templatesDeploy, configure, and maintain containerized workloads using Podman and Kubernetes (RKE2 or similar distributions)Operate and support DevSecOps platforms within air-gapped classified environments, including:packaging and deploying dependenciestroubleshooting environment-specific issuessupporting repeatable software delivery without external connectivityAssist in enforcing compliance requirements (e.g., NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, RMF) through automation and pipeline controlsInvestigate and resolve technical issues across CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling, documenting root causes and solutionsGather developer feedback and identify opportunities to improve platform usability, performance, and reliabilityCollaborate with software engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams to support coordinated delivery effortsRequiredWho You Are:1+ years of professional software or technical experienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experienceU.S. citizenshipAbility to travel up to 10%Experience in software development processesExperience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI)Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Podman and container orchestration with KubernetesUnderstanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)Basic scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Bash)Familiarity with version control systems, particularly GitStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a teamExcellent communication skills and a desire to learn and growWhat Makes You Stand OutExperience working in a DevSecOps or DevOps roleHands-on experience with cloud platforms/hypervisors (e.g., AWS, vCenter)Familiarity with secure software development practices and automated security testing toolsKnowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains.Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST, DISA STIGs, or RMFIf you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.Pay Range*: $74,000 - $116,000 or $90,000 - $150,000This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.Why Work At Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:Generous benefits package Competitive PTO Paid holidays 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month) Tuition Assistance Reimbursement ProgramProfessional Development Resources Pre-Tax Commuter BenefitsOrganization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect EventsAnnual Employee Recognition Awards Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches EEO StatementIDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.