What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior DevSecOps Platform Engineer position at SAIC?
Job Details
Job ID: 2510317
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, US
Date Posted: 2025-09-30
Category: Software
Subcategory: DevSecOps
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: No
Description
SAIC is seeking a motivated, goal-oriented, results-driven DevSecOps Platform Engineer to join our team to deliver an Enterprise Management solution for Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and revolutionize the way the DoD delivers software. The scope and seniority of the role will be determined by the relevant experience and demonstrated mastery of the applicant. Our team is growing and if you are passionate about standing up, integrating, and working within a DevSecOps framework, apply for this position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:
- Design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructure solutions (AWS, Azure).
- Automate cloud resource rollout using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines with security best practices (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD).
- Help with release management and deployment of microservices in a Kubernetes environment (AWS EKS, Azure AKS).
- Maintain and enhance helm charts for deployment of Docker-based microservices
- Enhance logging, monitoring, and alerting capabilities using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack.
- Ensure compliance with industry security standards and frameworks (NIST 800-171).
- Help with vulnerability assessments, security monitoring, and incident response automation.
- Work with developers to implement secure coding practices and application security testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud costs, security, and performance.
- Develop documentation and training materials to promote DevSecOps culture across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
- 5 years of experience in DevOps, Security, or Infrastructure Engineering.
- Proficiency with cloud security best practices.
- Proficiency with continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) principles and tools
- Proficiency with administering Linux-based operating systems.
- Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash).
- Proficiency with git-based development workflows and pipelines.
- Experience with security tools such as SAST, DAST, SIEM, and IDS/IPS.
- Proficient working in Agile teams and associated tools (JIRA, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must have a Secret Clearance
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Top Secret clearance
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Golang, JavaScript
- Knowledge of SQL and experience with database management
- Knowledge of IAM, RBAC, and Zero Trust security models.
- Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, OSCP, AWS/Azure Security).
- Experience with serverless architectures and microservices security
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, US
Date Posted: 2025-09-30
Category: Software
Subcategory: DevSecOps
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: No
Description
SAIC is seeking a motivated, goal-oriented, results-driven DevSecOps Platform Engineer to join our team to deliver an Enterprise Management solution for Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and revolutionize the way the DoD delivers software. The scope and seniority of the role will be determined by the relevant experience and demonstrated mastery of the applicant. Our team is growing and if you are passionate about standing up, integrating, and working within a DevSecOps framework, apply for this position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:
- Design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructure solutions (AWS, Azure).
- Automate cloud resource rollout using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines with security best practices (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD).
- Help with release management and deployment of microservices in a Kubernetes environment (AWS EKS, Azure AKS).
- Maintain and enhance helm charts for deployment of Docker-based microservices
- Enhance logging, monitoring, and alerting capabilities using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack.
- Ensure compliance with industry security standards and frameworks (NIST 800-171).
- Help with vulnerability assessments, security monitoring, and incident response automation.
- Work with developers to implement secure coding practices and application security testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud costs, security, and performance.
- Develop documentation and training materials to promote DevSecOps culture across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
- 5 years of experience in DevOps, Security, or Infrastructure Engineering.
- Proficiency with cloud security best practices.
- Proficiency with continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) principles and tools
- Proficiency with administering Linux-based operating systems.
- Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash).
- Proficiency with git-based development workflows and pipelines.
- Experience with security tools such as SAST, DAST, SIEM, and IDS/IPS.
- Proficient working in Agile teams and associated tools (JIRA, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must have a Secret Clearance
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Top Secret clearance
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Golang, JavaScript
- Knowledge of SQL and experience with database management
- Knowledge of IAM, RBAC, and Zero Trust security models.
- Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, OSCP, AWS/Azure Security).
- Experience with serverless architectures and microservices security
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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Salary : $120,001 - $160,000
