Piper Companies

DevSecOps Engineer (Top Secret)

Piper Companies • $165K — $175K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in DevSecOps or related fields
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance required
  • Proficient in CI/CD tools like GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
  • Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CloudFormation
  • Strong understanding of AWS cloud environments and secure software development
  • Familiarity with automated security tools such as SonarQube and Snyk preferred
  • Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments
  • Develop Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform or similar tools
  • Integrate security controls and automated vulnerability scanning in CI/CD pipelines
  • Support containerized application deployments with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve deployment issues and enhance automation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off and sick leave as per legal requirements
  • Paid holidays
  • Opportunity to work on federal modernization projects in a secure environment
Full Job Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to support a major federal modernization program in Huntsville, AL. The DevSecOps Engineer will drive secure automation, CI/CD pipeline development, infrastructure-as-code initiatives, and cloud-based delivery across AWS and hybrid environments.

DevSecOps Engineer - Location: Huntsville, AL

Responsibilities of the DevSecOps Engineer include:
  • Design, build, and optimize CI/CD pipelines supporting automated builds, testing, security scanning, and deployments
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar technologies
  • Integrate security controls, compliance validations, and automated vulnerability scanning into deployment pipelines
  • Support containerized application deployments utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native services
  • Collaborate with engineering, QA, cloud, and product teams to troubleshoot deployment issues and improve automation processes

Qualifications for the DevSecOps Engineer include:
  • 8+ years of experience in DevSecOps, CI/CD engineering, secure automation, or related disciplines
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance required
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms
  • Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CloudFormation, and configuration management tools
  • Strong knowledge of AWS cloud environments, secure software development practices, and infrastructure automation
  • Experience with automated security tools such as SonarQube, Snyk, Anchore, Twistlock, or Nessus preferred
  • Bachelor's degree required


Compensation for the DevSecOps Engineer includes:
  • $165,000 - $175,000
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Sick Leave (where required by law), and Paid Holidays


This job opens for applications on September 30, 2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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