DevSecOps Specialist (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

DevSecOps Specialist (Cybersecurity): Designing and implementing secure CI/CD pipelines for the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) with an accent on automated security testing and infrastructure as code. Focus on integrating SAST/DAST tools, managing container orchestration with Kubernetes, and maintaining resilient cloud and on-premise environments.

Location: Onsite in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. Active TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance required.

Company

hirify.global provides specialized software and cybersecurity services supporting government agencies like the DIA.

What you will do

• Design and implement secure CI/CD pipelines integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Implement DevSecOps practices, automated security testing, and continuous monitoring for cloud and on-premise environments.
• Manage containerization using Docker and Kubernetes and implement infrastructure as code with Terraform and Ansible.
• Integrate security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, SCA) such as SonarQube, Fortify, and Checkmarx into development workflows.
• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation within cyber environments.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to implement shift-left security practices and maintain resilient infrastructure.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 4-12+ years of professional experience in the field.
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and security best practices.

Nice to have

• Certifications such as Security+, CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), or AWS DevOps Engineer.
• Advanced certifications including CISSP or CEH.