DevSecOps Engineer (Infra/GitOps)

Zaden Technologies is hiring a DevSecOps Engineer to design, build, and manage the infrastructure foundations of our software factory environments. This role emphasizes infrastructure-as-code, Kubernetes automation, and GitOps delivery practices in support of critical defense programs. You'll work hands-on with containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and secure multi-cloud environments while implementing DoD hardening standards.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain infrastructure using Terraform and infrastructure-as-code practices
• Author Dockerfiles and deploy workloads to Kubernetes clusters using Helm
• Implement and manage GitOps workflows and automated cluster configuration management
• Harden clusters and base images per DoD guidance including STIG and Iron Bank standards
• Support networking, policy enforcement, and secrets management in secure multi-cloud environments
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and implement solutions independently
• Administer and maintain Linux-based systems in production environments
• Collaborate with development and security teams to ensure seamless CI/CD pipeline operations

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship and a security clearance (secret or above)
• Experience with Containerization and Kubernetes
• Terraform experience
• Helm experience
• CI/CD Experience (GitLab preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Familiarity with administering Linux Systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Renovate
• Familiarity with DoD Security Requirements Guide (SRG)
• Familiarity with DoD DevSecOps Reference Guide
• Familiarity with Windows server administration and automation
• Experience with RHEL and RHEL-based Linux distributions
• Hands-on experience with FluxCD or similar GitOps tools
• Experience with policy-as-code frameworks (OPA)
• Understanding of DoD Cloud SRG and container hardening practices

What we offer:

• Robust startup environment with a variety of projects to work on
• Growth paths and endless opportunities to learn and develop
• Paid holidays
• Employer contributions toward 401k
• Performance-based bonus and profit-sharing
• 50% coverage of health insurance for employees and their dependents