DevSecOps Engineer

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time DevSecOps engineer (DSOE), located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The DSOE’s primary function will be to support the development and operations of the Program Cloud Development Environment. This Engineer will focus on the implementation of security controls and procedures in the environment as well as the development of security driven DevSecOps processes. 

Why Work with us?  

​Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.   

Responsibilities include: 

• Assist developers in building, scanning and testing the Skyborg System 

• Design and document best practices for DevSecOps actions 

• Utilize USAF PlatformOne DevSecOps guidelines and tools when applicable 

• Develop DevSecOps tools and techniques as necessary to construct an automated and secure DevSecOps pipeline 

• Ensures cybersecurity functions, performance, and characteristics are incorporated into the weapon system and validated IAW DOD and USAF policy 

• Automate deployment and maintenance of solutions across multiple cloud instances using Terraform or other selected Infrastructure as Code tooling 

• Develop DevSecOps monitoring and reporting capabilities to allow developers, testers and stakeholders to observe the availability and performance of the system 

• Implement security controls and scans as necessary to conform to RMF security requirements 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications/Technical experience required: 

• Must be a US citizen
• 5+ years of experience working in a Security Engineering role 

• 2+ years of experience working in a Security role handling cloud infrastructure 

• 2+ years of experience with Docker and container-based technologies 

• 2+ years of experience with Cloud technologies 

• Familiarity with RMF/DIACAP accreditation process 

• Strong foundation in containers, algorithms, and software application design 

• Strong foundation in Linux and virtual machines 
• Secret Clearance 

Behaviors Preferred: 

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking 

• Team Player: Must be able to work as part of a small, fast moving team 
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help 

Education Required: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or related field 

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. 

 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. 

 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.