Senior AWS DevSecOps Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior AWS DevSecOps Engineer to support an intel program focused on cloud development.  This position will be fully remote. Applicants must have the ability to obtain Public Trust.   This job opens for applications on July 31, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the date of posting. 

Responsibilities of the Senior AWS DevSecOps Engineer include: 

• Architect, implement, and maintain secure AWS cloud infrastructure aligned with high availability and scalability best practices. 
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Artifactory to support continuous integration and deployment. 
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation. 
• Integrate security into the DevOps lifecycle using tools such as SAST, DAST, and STIG scanner to ensure compliance and vulnerability mitigation. 
• Manage containerized applications using Kubernetes and Helm, ensuring robust orchestration and lifecycle management. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and tools like Atlassian Jira and Confluence. 
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell or Bash to streamline operations and improve system reliability. 
• Implement and monitor cybersecurity tools including Aviatrix, Orca, Splunk, and Qmulous to enhance cloud security posture. 
• Apply Git branching strategies (GitFlow, GitHub Flow) to support collaborative development and version control. 
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to DevSecOps best practices across the organization. 

Qualifications for the Senior AWS DevSecOps Engineer include: 

• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a Public Trust clearance. 
• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree and 5+ years of related experience. 
• Proven experience working in AWS cloud environments. 
• Demonstrated expertise in at least four (4) of the following areas: 
• Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) 
• Atlassian Jira, Confluence 
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, Bitbucket, Artifactory) 
• Kubernetes and Helm 
• PowerShell or Bash scripting 
• Security automation (SAST, DAST) 
• Cybersecurity tools (Aviatrix, Orca, Splunk, Qmulous, STIG scanner) 
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) 
• Git strategies (GitFlow, GitHub Flow) 
• Cloud architecture for high availability and scalability 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect). 
• Experience supporting federal agencies or working in regulated environments. 
• Familiarity with FedRAMP, NIST, and other government security frameworks. 

 Compensation for the Senior AWS DevSecOps Engineer include: 

• $130,000- $155,000 **depending on experience** 
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and Sick Leave as required by law 

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