• • CLIENT UNABLE TO SPONSOR AT THIS TIME • • • • CANDIDATE MUST HAVE OR BE ABLE TO OBTAIN A SECRET CLEARENCE • • The DevOps Engineer with a security emphasis and AWS knowledge will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud-based solutions while ensuring best security practices are followed. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Designing and implementing secure cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS • Implementing security policies and best practices for cloud-based applications • Collaborating with development teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline • Monitoring systems for security vulnerabilities and conducting regular security audits • Engaging in incident response activities and addressing security issues promptly • Automating security processes and configuration management • Implementing and managing AWS/Azure services and resources • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure security and compliance requirements are met Education and Experience Required: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited college or university • 5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering with a focus on security • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer • Experience with implementing security controls in cloud environments Required Skills and Competencies: • Strong knowledge of AWS services and hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure • Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation • Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell • Understanding of security best practices and common security threats • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment • Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders • Ability to obtain public trust clearance Desired Skills and Competencies: • Experience working in a federal government IT environment • Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, FISMA, or NIST • Experience with security assessment tools and vulnerability scanning • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines • AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification or azure equivalent • Experience with security incident response and forensics