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DevSecOps Engineer

Actalent
Houston, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Job Title: DevSecOps Engineer
Job Description

Implement and maintain DevSecOps practices across the program lifecycle. Manage development environments, integrate security controls, and ensure compliance with security frameworks. Guide engineering teams in adopting DevSecOps tools, and support software integration within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain DevSecOps across the program lifecycle.
  • Set up and manage development environments such as Git-based repositories, virtual machines, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Integrate security controls and ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable security frameworks and program requirements.
  • Guide engineering teams in adopting DevSecOps tools, workflows, and automation.
  • Support software integration within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware design and development teams.
  • Interface with customers, subsystem owners, and commercial partners.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in GitLab and GitHub.
  • Strong experience with C and C programming languages.
  • In-depth knowledge of Linux with 5 years of experience.
  • 5 years of experience in DevSecOps.
  • Experience in software testing and verification.
  • Ability to integrate hardware and software systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in DevOps.
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks and best practices.
Work Environment

Work within a dynamic team of over 20 engineers. Engage in collaborative efforts with hardware design and development teams, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with cybersecurity standards. The environment involves using state-of-the-art technologies and maintaining a focus on security and compliance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $70 - $85

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