DevOps Security Engineer with Golang Development Focus (m/f/d)

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We are seeking a DevOps Security Engineer with a strong background in Golang development to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in securing and optimizing cloud‑based infrastructure, with a strong preference for expertise in Kubernetes. Experience working in regulated environments such as FedRAMP or KRITIS is highly desirable. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively within a team setting to ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and maintain security measures to protect infrastructure and data.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as FedRAMP and KRITIS.

Golang Development:

• Develop and maintain backend services, tools, and Kubernetes Operators using Golang.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security features into applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and secure code following best practices.

DevOps and Infrastructure:

• Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable infrastructure on cloud platforms.
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and management of infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues.

Kubernetes Expertise:

• Manage and secure Kubernetes clusters.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Implement Kubernetes‑native security controls and best practices.

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of security into the DevOps pipeline.
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and team meeting

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Golang development with 1‑2+ years of experience
• 3‑5 years of experience in DevOps Security
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure, OpenStack).
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., GitLab CI, ArgoCD, Concourse).

Security Skills:

• Experience with security tools and practices (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, threat modeling).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and OWASP Top 10.
• Familiarity with encryption standards and key management practices.

Compliance and Regulation:

• Experience working in regulated environments (FedRAMP, KRITIS) is highly preferred.
• Understanding of compliance standards and how to achieve them.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and a fast‑paced environment

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect).
• Certifications in security (e.g., CISSP, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist)

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