Mid-Level DevSecOps Engineer

Leidos is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Technology and Certification Center. The successful candidate will design, implement, and continuously improve DevSecOps pipelines and practices across the organization.

Requirements

• Design, implement, and continuously improve DevSecOps pipelines and practices across the organization
• Integrate security controls and automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning)
• Establish and enforce secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) standards and best practices
• Collaborate with software engineering, cybersecurity, and integration teams to embed security into all phases of development
• Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and immutable infrastructure principles
• Oversee containerization and orchestration strategies using Docker
• Implement and manage secrets management, identity and access controls (IAM), and zero-trust security models
• Ensure compliance with applicable security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, RMF, etc.)
• Mentor and guide engineers on DevSecOps principles, secure coding practices, and automation strategies
• Evaluate, select, and integrate new tools and technologies to improve security, automation, and delivery speed
• Partner with leadership to define DevSecOps strategy, roadmap, and metrics for success
• Support audit and accreditation activities, including documentation and evidence collection
• Drive a culture of shared responsibility for security, reliability, and performance

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation Assistance