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DevSecOps Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies
$135,000 - $231,000or $164,000 - $273,000
paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Fall River
10 North Main Street (Show on map)
May 01, 2026
Description About The Role: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to be part of our Undersea Warfare team and based out of our Fall River, MA 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. Clearance & Location Requirements: All applicants must currently possess an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. This is an on-site position, based out of our Fall River, MA location. What You Will Do: Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab 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) Deploy, configure, and maintain containerized workloads using 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): Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent full-time professional experience 5+ years of full-time professional software and/or cybersecurity experience Ability to travel up to 10% of the time Experience in software development processes Experience with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) Familiarity with container orchestration with Kubernetes Hands-on familiarity with scripting (Python, Bash) or infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible) for automation of security tasks. 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 Familiarity with secure software development practices and automated security testing tools Expertise in identifying, analyzing, and remediating software vulnerabilities, including SAST, DAST, SCA, and penetration testing methodologies. Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST, DISA STIGs, or RMF Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains. 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*: $135,000 - $231,000or $164,000 - $273,000 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.