Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Overview

Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Remote | US Based - EST Timezone Preferred

US Citizenship - Clearable; Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

 

Summary

Our client is a leading provider of generative AI solutions designed for both government and commercial sectors. Their platform focuses on secure, versatile, and cloud-agnostic AI applications, supporting a wide range of large language models (LLMs) for data processing across text, images, and audio. Our client’s technology is built to support various cloud infrastructures, offering strong security features, including zero-trust access controls and compliance with high government security standards. The platform also aims to enhance productivity by enabling users to analyze diverse data formats efficiently.

 

Responsibilities

Our client is seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer to join their team! This critical role involves developing and maintaining secure containerized environments, automating infrastructure tasks, and ensuring the security and efficiency of our client's AI and application deployments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in containerization, Kubernetes, DevSecOps practices, and a deep understanding of secure coding and infrastructure management.

• Design, develop, and maintain secure container images for various applications, including administrative functions and AI models
• Create and deploy containerized applications using Chainguard hardened images, such as a Flask Python API on top of an LLM, ensuring functionality in air-gapped environments
• Automate infrastructure tasks using Kubernetes, including setting up various automation
• Implement best practices for code quality, security, and performance optimization in containerized environments
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code with a focus on security and data privacy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate secure and efficient solutions into existing systems
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in DevSecOps, containerization, and Kubernetes

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in DevSecOps, with a strong focus on containerization and Kubernetes
• Proven experience in creating and managing secure container images, including automation tasks and AI models
• Strong expertise in using Chainguard hardened images and deploying applications in air-gapped environments
• Expertise with Kubernetes, including setting up and managing cron jobs and stateful sets
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and secure coding principles
• Experience with Python development, particularly in building and deploying Flask APIs
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Education/Certification Requirements

• None

Preferred Requirements

• Relevant certifications in DevSecOps, containerization, or related fields are a plus
• Local to Washington D.C. is preferred
• Prior experience working within an emerging, high-growth company and/or government-focused companies is highly preferred

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret level clearance once starting the position.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. --------------  About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company.  Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.