DevSecOps Lead (Hybrid) - Sign-on Bonus Eligible

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San Diego, CA, USA
Hybrid
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Where purpose connects.
The Role
Lead a DevSecOps team to design, implement, and maintain on-premises and cloud infrastructure with a focus on security, CI/CD, automation, containerization, monitoring, troubleshooting, and stakeholder collaboration in a fast-paced defense environment. Requires improving processes, disaster recovery, and ensuring system scalability and reliability.
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See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics, from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Embark on a journey of innovation with BAE Systems' Software Engineering Team. The team seeks a motivated Platform DevSecOps Engineer to tackle the task of leading a team. Your effort on our system ensures security, scalability, and reliability for developers and users alike. Your experience and passion for DevSecOps practices and tools will be essential in refining automated processes, streamlining deployments, providing disaster recovery, and improving the overall efficiency of our services.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and maintain the on-premises infrastructure in accordance with best practices for scalability, security, and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define infrastructure requirements, understand application needs and be an adaptable team player.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for seamless application deployment and continuous integration using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or similar technologies.
  • Monitor system performance, conduct root cause analysis, and implement optimizations to enhance system availability, reliability, and efficiency.
  • Implement security measures and best practices to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and applications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents related to infrastructure, networking, and application installation and deployment in a timely manner.
  • Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in DevSecOps to continuously improve the infrastructure and development processes.
  • Develop strong Customer/Partner collaboration and relationship builder, manage multiple stakeholders, build trust with external stakeholder

The DevSecOps Engineer will be expected to demonstrate a high level of technical expertise, strong troubleshooting skills, a passion to learn, and a customer-focused attitude. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality services in a cloud ecosystem and will be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. They will have an understanding of cloud infrastructure and the ability to bridge between development and operations. The team believes in investing in our professionals. Training time and opportunities are available to increase skills and keep knowledge cutting edge.
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Apply now and propel your career into a future.
* Current BAE Systems employees are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proven experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or a similar role
  • Must have an active Secret clearance
  • Experience with AWS GC, cloud services, and air gapped environments
  • Experienced Full stack, system administration, virtualization, infrastructure integration, platform/infrastructure, Agile development
  • Knowledge of on-premises cloud infrastructure technologies
  • Experience with at least one containerization technology (Kubernetes and Docker) and container orchestration platform (e.g., Rancher and Docker Swarm)
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Familiarity with at least one automation toolkit such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like GitLab
  • Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with at least one monitoring tool or frameworks (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus, ELK stack)
  • Demonstrated independent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, takes initiative, and ability to effectively lead a team

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Master's degree in a relevant technology field
  • Security+ certification
  • Experience deploying SaaS and PaaS services for use by other users
  • Experience working in a customer service organization to resolve issues experienced by users
  • Collaborative Spirit: Experience working in cross-functional teams
  • Experience with coding beyond simple scripting

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Proven experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or similar role
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Experience with AWS GC, cloud services, and air gapped environments
  • Experience with full stack, system administration, virtualization, infrastructure integration, platform/infrastructure, and Agile development
  • Knowledge of on-premises cloud infrastructure technologies
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and orchestration platforms (Rancher, Docker Swarm)
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Familiarity with automation toolkits such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like GitLab
  • Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools or frameworks (Nagios, Prometheus, ELK stack)
  • Demonstrated independent problem-solving, attention to detail, initiative, and ability to lead a team
  • Master's degree in a relevant technology field
  • Security+ certification
  • Experience deploying SaaS and PaaS services for use by other users
  • Experience working in a customer service organization to resolve user issues
  • Experience with coding beyond simple scripting

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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As the work place continues to evolve, so do we. Remote and hybrid opportunities are available at BAE Systems depending on the nature of the role. Check your job requisition to learn more.

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