DevOps Engineer – Security Focus

About this kind of role

What a DevOps Engineer – Security Focus usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: A DevOps Engineer with a security focus works to automate and streamline software development and deployment processes while integrating security best practices. This involves building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, implementing security scanning tools, and responding to security incidents. They collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure secure and reliable software delivery. Responsibilities often include infrastructure as code, configuration management, and vulnerability management.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in cloud platforms (like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), scripting languages (Python, Bash), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet), and security tools (SAST, DAST, vulnerability scanners) is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong understanding of both DevOps principles and security practices, and who enjoy automating tasks and problem-solving, often thrive in this role.