# Cloud DevSecOps Engineer

> Saalex · Lexington Park, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-21

**Salary:** USD 130,000–165,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** DevSecOps

## Description

**Spalding, a Saalex Company** is seeking a **Cloud DevSecOps Engineer** in **Lexington Park, MD**.  Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of War. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. 

**Position Type:** Full-time

**Salary:** $130k-$165k annually (depending upon experience)

**Work Location:** Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

**\*\*Onsite Requirements:** This position is mostly remote but may require ad hoc on-site support for planning, collaboration, or technical support. Candidates should reside in a 90-mile radius of Patuxent River Naval Air Station to support this requirement.

**Summary:**

Join a high-performing DevSecOps team at the forefront of cloud and pipeline innovation. In this fast-paced environment, you'll help shape the future of secure software delivery by introducing emerging technologies, enhancing AWS-based CI/CD platforms, and driving continuous process improvements. Team members are encouraged to stay current with industry trends through professional development opportunities and technical conferences.

The ideal candidate will evaluate, test, and implement pipeline enhancements using GitLab and other DevSecOps tools; provide exceptional customer support and troubleshooting for pipeline users; and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, from mentoring teammates and training customers to presenting technical briefings to leadership.

**Essential Functions:**

-   Design, develop, implement, and maintain secure DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines supporting software delivery and automation initiatives.
-   Develop and sustain containerized development and operational environments using AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, and EKS.
-   Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to container images, repositories, certificates, cloud services, and deployment pipelines.
-   Maintain and enhance pipeline tooling through automation, feature development, process improvements, and defect resolution.
-   Perform regression testing and validation of platform, infrastructure, and pipeline changes.
-   Provide technical support, training, demonstrations, and guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
-   Develop technical documentation, user guides, test plans, and operational procedures.
-   Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to support secure software delivery and modernization efforts.
-   Other duties as assigned.

## Requirements

**Required:**

-   Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps solutions.
-   Experience with AWS cloud services, including Amazon ECS and EKS.
-   Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including Python, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), and/or .NET.
-   Experience with Git, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes, and Atlassian tools.
-   Strong troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills, including experience developing technical guidance, how-to documentation, test plans, demonstrations, and training materials.
-   Ability to work independently in a fast-paced technical environment.
-   CompTIA Security+ certification required upon hire; proof of certification must be provided with application.
-   BS/BA degree and 8 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 12 years related experience OR HS and 14 years related experience.

**Desired:**

-   Experience with specific CI/CD related tools: GitLab Ultimate, Nexus, Prisma Cloud (Twistlock), and DORA metrics.
-   Experience supporting DevSecOps or software development initiatives within a DoD environment.
-   Experience with OpenShift.

**Education/Experience:** 

-   BS/BA degree and 8 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 12 years related experience OR HS and 14 years related experience.

**Security Clearance:**

-   Active TS/SSBI clearance desired or active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SSBI.  Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Wellness Resources
-   Stock Option Benefit

## Apply

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