DevSecOps Engineer

About the Team

Maximus Technology and Consulting Services (TCS) delivers critical solutions to government and commercial clients, focusing on secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure. Within this team, we drive the evolution of DevSecOps practices to ensure robust security posture across complex network environments. Our mission is to integrate security seamlessly into the development lifecycle, enabling rapid deployment while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational resilience.

About the Role

This position serves as a pivotal link between development, security, and operations. You will be responsible for orchestrating incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance efforts within a high-stakes environment. The role involves designing and implementing automated security frameworks that leverage open-source solutions and scripting to replace manual processes. From managing certificate lifecycles and password policies to conducting penetration testing and security code reviews, you will ensure the integrity of our deployment tools and network infrastructure.

Your day-to-day work includes diagnosing root causes of security incidents using advanced monitoring tools, applying patches to DevOps tooling, and maintaining comprehensive operations runbooks to prevent recurring issues. You will also set up and monitor proxy servers, firewalls, and systems, ensuring strict adherence to access control policies. By researching cloud site reliability engineering trends and collaborating on automation improvements, you will help shape a secure, efficient, and future-ready technology landscape.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for this role will undergo a rigorous vetting process designed to assess technical expertise and cultural fit. The process typically includes:

1. Initial Screening: A review of qualifications, specifically focusing on clearance status and relevant certifications.
2. Technical Assessment: A deep dive into your experience with DevSecOps, automation, and security protocols.
3. Interviews: Conversations with hiring managers and team members to discuss specific scenarios and problem-solving approaches.
4. Final Review: Clearance verification and final hiring decision.

Please note that an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility is a mandatory requirement for this position. Applicants must be prepared to discuss their clearance status and eligibility during the application phase.

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, and 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.