Sr. DevSecOps Engineer GIS & Cloud Security (AWS) - 100% REMOTE (15+Years Exp Required)
Posted 1 day ago by 1751357775
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Sr. DevSecOps Engineer will play a crucial role in securing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications as part of a significant business transformation initiative. This position requires extensive hands-on experience with cybersecurity platforms, particularly in cloud security (AWS), and a strong understanding of DevSecOps practices. The ideal candidate will enhance security posture, secure CI/CD pipelines, and ensure compliance throughout the development lifecycle. This role is fully remote and emphasizes collaboration with various teams to promote a security-first mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with Elevate (GIS) teams to bake-in security controls part of design and implement secure AWS architectures for GIS applications
- Provide security best practices for implementing COTS software such as ArcGIS in AWS.
- Implement and maintain robust security measures & DevSecOps Framework (SHIELD) throughout every phase of development, from planning to deployment and maintenance across CI/CD pipeline. ('Secure by design', 'Secure by default')
- Implement security policy-as-code (PaC) & Compliance-as-Code (CaC) and integrates continuous security testing within CI/CD pipelines
- Report on DevSecOps specific security metrics, KPIs, KRIs to track progress and demonstrate the value of security investments aligning with IT, Cyber L1, L2s.
- Partner with SIOC team to perform code reviews and static analysis to identify security vulnerabilities
- Validate Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies and roles
- Secure data at rest and in transit using AWS encryption services
- Work with stakeholders to implement network security measures, including VPCs, security groups, and NACLs
- Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends related to AWS, Azure and DevSecOps practices.
- Promote cybersecurity awareness among developers and stakeholders.
- Foster a security-first mindset across Elevate application platform teams, promoting shared responsibility for cybersecurity (lead by cyber, owned by all).
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, with at least 3 years focused on DevSecOps, DevOps or Security Engineering roles
- Extensive hands-on experience with AWS services and security best practices
- Strong understanding of GIS applications (ArcGIS) and their security requirements
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline)
- Knowledge of container technologies and orchestration platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Understanding of security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Familiarity with the shared responsibility model in cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud deployments.
- CISSP, CISM, or DevSecOps-specific credentials are a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Technical Skills:
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.
- Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
Soft Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to clearly articulate security concepts to diverse audiences, including engineers, product managers, and executives.
- Collaboration & Influence: Proven ability to work cross-functionally with teams to align on security priorities and influence roadmaps.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, CISSP, CEH)
- Experience with GIS-specific security challenges and solutions
- Knowledge of multi-cloud and hybrid cloud security architectures
- Familiarity with compliance requirements in the GIS industry
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role Name: Sr. DevSecOps Engineer GIS & Cloud Security (AWS)
Location: 100% Remote
Duration: 12+ Months
We are seeking an experienced and proactive DevSecOps Engineer to join our Cybersecurity Application Platform Security Team to secure our Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications as a part of large business transformation effort Elevate. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cybersecurity platforms, with a deep understanding of cloud security (especially AWS), strong experience with DevSecOps practices, and an understanding of GIS applications to operate the environment securely, enhance security posture, secure CI/CD pipelines and continuously bake-in security and compliance
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with Elevate (GIS) teams to bake-in security controls part of design and implement secure AWS architectures for GIS applications
- Provide security best practices for implementing COTS software such as ArcGIS in AWS.
- Implement and maintain robust security measures & DevSecOps Framework (SHIELD) throughout every phase of development, from planning to deployment and maintenance across CI/CD pipeline. ('Secure by design', 'Secure by default')
- Implement security policy-as-code (PaC) & Compliance-as-Code (CaC) and integrates continuous security testing within CI/CD pipelines
- Report on DevSecOps specific security metrics, KPIs, KRIs to track progress and demonstrate the value of security investments aligning with IT, Cyber L1, L2s.
- Partner with SIOC team to perform code reviews and static analysis to identify security vulnerabilities
- Validate Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies and roles
- Secure data at rest and in transit using AWS encryption services
- Work with stakeholders to implement network security measures, including VPCs, security groups, and NACLs
- Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends related to AWS, Azure and DevSecOps practices.
- Promote cybersecurity awareness among developers and stakeholders.
- Foster a security-first mindset across Elevate application platform teams, promoting shared responsibility for cybersecurity (lead by cyber, owned by all).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, with at least 3 years focused on DevSecOps, DevOps or Security Engineering roles
- Extensive hands-on experience with AWS services and security best practices
- Strong understanding of GIS applications (ArcGIS) and their security requirements
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline)
- Knowledge of container technologies and orchestration platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Understanding of security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Familiarity with the shared responsibility model in cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud deployments.
- CISSP, CISM, or DevSecOps-specific credentials are a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Technical Skills:
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.
- Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
Soft Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to clearly articulate security concepts to diverse audiences, including engineers, product managers, and executives.
- Collaboration & Influence: Proven ability to work cross-functionally with teams to align on security priorities and influence roadmaps.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, CISSP, CEH)
- Experience with GIS-specific security challenges and solutions
- Knowledge of multi-cloud and hybrid cloud security architectures
- Familiarity with compliance requirements in the GIS industry
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Chetna
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