DevSecOps Engineer

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing, and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to join our team based out of our Arlington, VA location.

At IDT, we are committed to delivering advanced technologies that protect and empower our nation’s security. The DevSecOps team is central to this mission, integrating security, automation, and operational practices into the software development lifecycle. We provide a standardized developer platform that integrates CI/CD pipelines, security scanning, infrastructure automation, and developer tooling across both connected and classified environments. A portion of this work occurs in air-gapped environments, where automation, repeatability, and disciplined processes are critical to success.

In this role, you will:

• Improve the developer experience by reducing friction in CI/CD pipelines and platform workflows
• Help ensure software delivered to classified environments meets strict security and compliance requirements
• Contribute to a repeatable, scalable Software Factory that operates consistently across connected and air-gapped environments
• Support engineers across multiple programs by providing reliable tooling, environments, and guidance

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineer to help build, maintain, and improve our DevSecOps platforms. The successful candidate will partner with engineering and security teams to continuously improve the speed, quality, and resilience of our systems.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 2 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.

What You Will Do:

• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins, following established enterprise patterns
• Integrate and operate automated security controls within pipelines, including SAST, SCA, container scanning, SBOM generation, and secrets detection
• Support and maintain core Software Factory tooling (e.g., GitLab, artifact repositories, scanning tools, CI/CD infrastructure)
• Develop and update Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible and Terraform, leveraging standardized templates
• Deploy, configure, and maintain containerized workloads using Podman and Kubernetes (RKE2 or similar distributions)
• Operate and support DevSecOps platforms within air-gapped classified environments, including:
• packaging and deploying dependencies
• troubleshooting environment-specific issues
• supporting repeatable software delivery without external connectivity
• Assist in enforcing compliance requirements (e.g., NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, RMF) through automation and pipeline controls
• Investigate and resolve technical issues across CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling, documenting root causes and solutions
• Gather developer feedback and identify opportunities to improve platform usability, performance, and reliability
• Collaborate with software engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams to support coordinated delivery efforts

Who You Are (Required):

• 1+ years of professional software or technical experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Experience in software development processes
• Experience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Podman and container orchestration with Kubernetes
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Basic scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Bash)
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to learn and grow

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience working in a DevSecOps or DevOps role
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms/hypervisors (e.g., AWS, vCenter)
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and automated security testing tools
• Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)
• Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains.
• Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST, DISA STIGs, or RMF

If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.

Pay Range*: $74,000 - $116,000 or $90,000 - $150,000

This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience. 

About Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale.

At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:  

• Generous benefits package 
• Competitive PTO 
• Paid holidays 
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching 
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)  
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources 
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards 
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches 

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.