Senior DevOps Engineer, Security
No longer listedThis position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer, Security based in United States.
The Senior DevOps Engineer, Security will play a key role in designing, securing, and scaling modern cloud infrastructure while improving reliability and developer experiences. This position combines DevOps expertise with security engineering practices to strengthen systems, automate processes, and support high-performing engineering teams. The successful candidate will lead initiatives across infrastructure security, compliance, CI/CD, observability, and cloud operations. Working closely with engineering, IT, and business teams, this role will help solve complex security challenges and drive continuous improvement. The position offers the opportunity to influence technical strategy within a remote-first environment focused on innovation, ownership, and collaboration. Candidates should be passionate about building secure, scalable systems and improving the way teams deliver technology.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer, Security based in United States.
The Senior DevOps Engineer, Security will play a key role in designing, securing, and scaling modern cloud infrastructure while improving reliability and developer experiences. This position combines DevOps expertise with security engineering practices to strengthen systems, automate processes, and support high-performing engineering teams. The successful candidate will lead initiatives across infrastructure security, compliance, CI/CD, observability, and cloud operations. Working closely with engineering, IT, and business teams, this role will help solve complex security challenges and drive continuous improvement. The position offers the opportunity to influence technical strategy within a remote-first environment focused on innovation, ownership, and collaboration. Candidates should be passionate about building secure, scalable systems and improving the way teams deliver technology.
Accountabilities:
- Lead and contribute to initiatives focused on infrastructure security, system reliability, release processes, observability, cost optimization, and developer productivity.
- Collaborate with engineering, IT, and cross-functional teams to address security challenges across infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, applications, endpoints, AI workloads, and enterprise environments.
- Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure-as-code solutions while supporting compliance and security best practices.
- Improve cloud infrastructure architecture, operational processes, and automation workflows to increase scalability and resilience.
- Conduct security reviews of third-party vendors, services, and technology integrations.
- Enhance developer experiences by improving tools, workflows, automation capabilities, and engineering processes.
- Support continuous integration and continuous deployment practices across development teams.
- Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and metrics solutions to improve visibility and operational performance.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and help ensure reliable production operations.
- Drive continuous improvement by evaluating new technologies and recommending solutions that improve security, efficiency, and scalability.
- 5+ years of experience implementing and managing Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments using Infrastructure as Code, with strong knowledge of security best practices.
- 3+ years of professional experience managing production workloads in containerized environments.
- Hands-on experience with Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or ECS.
- Experience with web proxy technologies such as NGINX.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, including Python, Go, Ruby, or similar.
- Strong understanding of relational databases and cloud-based application environments.
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience using monitoring, logging, and observability tools such as Datadog, New Relic, CloudWatch, or similar platforms.
- Ability to independently solve complex technical challenges and operate effectively in ambiguous environments.
- Strong ownership mindset with a commitment to delivering secure, reliable, and high-quality solutions.
- Willingness to continuously learn and adopt new technologies.
- Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is preferred.
- Familiarity with compliance processes and security frameworks is a plus.
- Competitive compensation package with a base salary range of $150,000 - $195,000 annually.
- Equity ownership opportunities and performance-based bonus programs.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Unlimited paid time off plus company holidays.
- Fully paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents.
- 401(k) match and access to financial wellness resources.
- Remote work stipend to support a productive home office setup.
- Annual learning stipend for professional development and skill growth.
- Monthly company-wide no-meeting days dedicated to innovation and product improvement.
- Employee discounts on subscriptions and merchandise.
- Fully remote work flexibility with opportunities for team connection and collaboration.
The Senior DevOps Engineer, Security will be responsible for enhancing infrastructure security, improving system reliability, and enabling efficient engineering workflows through automation and modern cloud practices.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate brings strong DevOps and cloud infrastructure experience with a focus on security, automation, and operational excellence.