DevSecOps Engineer

Amentum - Fredericksburg, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Fredericksburg, VA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Amentum is currently seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to join our award-winning team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the analysis of software performance characteristics throughout the software development life cycle and test cycle. This includes measuring computer processing time usage and developing better methods for disk space utilization, network loading, and throughput. You will also be involved in designing, coding, and maintaining software support tools and models, as well as analyzing tools that aid in the software development process, including test automation tools, code coverage tools, and memory checking tools. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering and a passion for improving software development processes. You will work closely with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure that our software products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. This position offers opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and innovative environment, where you can leverage your skills to make a significant impact on our projects and clients. As a DevSecOps Engineer, you will be part of a collaborative team that values creativity and problem-solving. You will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the development of solutions that address complex challenges in the defense, intelligence, and civilian markets. Amentum is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our customers, and your role will be crucial in achieving this goal.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of software performance characteristics in the software development life and test cycle.
• Measure computer processing time usage and develop better methods for disk space utilization, network loading, and throughput.
• Design, code, and maintain software support tools and models.
• Analyze tools to aid in the software development process, including test automation tools, code coverage tools, and memory checking tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Computer Science, Math, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4 years of experience, or a Master's of Science with 2 years of experience from a School of Engineering.
• Possession or desire to pursue a Comptia Security+ or equivalent Certification, or ability to obtain within 1 month of start.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active SECRET security clearance; US citizenship is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with tools such as Jenkins, SonarQube, GitLab, Docker, Java, Python, Ruby, Perl, Scripting YAML.
• Familiarity with SAST (Static Application Security Testing) and DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing).
• Experience with frameworks and methods to improve the continuous improvement/continuous delivery pipeline of a software development factory.

Benefits

• 401k plan with matching up to 6% of employee contributions (Roth or traditional).
• Parental leave up to 10 weeks.
• Wellness programs and company discounts.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and related expenses (HDHP, PPOs, regular HMOs, preventative medical plans).
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Paid time off and 10 holidays a year.