DevSecOps Engineer

About the Team

Maximus Technology and Consulting Services (TCS) is dedicated to delivering high-impact solutions for government and commercial clients. This role sits within a specialized team focused on securing critical infrastructure and ensuring the reliability of cloud-native environments. The team operates at the intersection of development, security, and operations, driving a culture where automation and proactive risk management are central to mission success.

About the Role

As a DevSecOps Engineer, you will serve as a guardian of our security posture while enabling rapid, reliable deployment cycles. This position exists to bridge the gap between development agility and rigorous security compliance, ensuring that our systems remain resilient against evolving threats. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of security operations, from vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to the implementation of automated security frameworks.

Your day-to-day involves designing and executing solutions for network security, managing access controls, and maintaining proxy servers and firewalls. You will leverage scripting languages and open-source tools to replace manual tasks with robust automation, enhancing the efficiency of our deployment processes. By analyzing system logs and utilizing monitoring tools, you will diagnose root causes of security incidents and apply necessary patches to DevOps tooling. Additionally, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of security procedures and runbooks to prevent recurring issues.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for this role will undergo a rigorous vetting process that includes technical assessments and security clearance verification. The interview process typically involves a review of your technical expertise in cloud platforms and security tools, followed by discussions on your approach to automation and incident response. Successful candidates will be invited to complete a final interview with the hiring team to assess cultural fit and alignment with our mission.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.