DevSecOps Engineer
On-Site: San Diego, CA
Secret Clearance Required
PVM is actively seeking a highly experienced and motivated DevSecOps Engineer to support development efforts within the government’s Cloud Development Environment (CDE). In this role, you will design, build, and maintain secure DevOps pipelines, automation infrastructure, and containerized environments, helping to enable continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) in classified and cloud-native environments. You’ll work across functional teams to enhance security, scalability, and maintainability, with a focus on Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and integration of security best practices.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable DevOps pipelines in cloud-hosted environments
• Support and optimize front-end pipeline operations and manage build agents
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Groovy, or similar scripting languages
• Manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s)
• Integrate and maintain security tools (SAST, DAST, SBOM, etc.) in CI/CD pipelines
• Support IL6 pipeline development and classified work as needed
• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to ensure seamless application development and deployment
• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools for provisioning and orchestration
• Implement and enforce secure coding and deployment practices in compliance with government regulations
Required Qualifications:
- Strong experience developing and maintaining DevOps pipelines and agent configuration
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Groovy
• Solid Linux system administration background
• Experience working in cloud environments (AWS)
• Proficient with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with modern DevSecOps tooling, CI/CD practices, and security automation
• Active Security+ Certification
• Active Secret Clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience with AWS
• Jenkins CI/CD expertise
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8/9)
• Familiarity with SBOM generation and compliance tools
• Experience integrating static and dynamic security tools (SAST, DAST)
• Background in Java and/or .NET development
Education:
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Tools & Technologies:
- Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes
• Python, Groovy
• AWS and Linux (RHEL preferred)
• IaC and configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Security tools for code analysis and compliance
Why PVM?
At PVM, we mean it when we say we value diversity. As a PVM team member, you’ll work alongside people from all different backgrounds who are passionate about solving hard problems for our clients and delivering real impact. Our culture fosters innovation, leadership, and collaboration, empowering you to grow both professionally and personally. Here are a few highlights of what you can expect as part of our community:
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Tuition/Training reimbursement
• Peer bonus program
• Remote and on-site positions available
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible work schedule
PVM delivers digital services that help government agencies unlock the power of their data and technology for mission success. As a black- and service-disabled veteran-owned small business, we’re driven by purpose—taking on our clients’ missions as our own and making a difference in the communities we serve.
PVM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all and will never discriminate on the basis of race, gender, nationality, age, religion, disability, military status, or sexual orientation.
Top Skills
What We Do
PVM delivers digital services that help public sector teams unlock the
power of their data for good, and maximize the value of their investments
in Palantir systems.
As a Palantir services provider, PVM connects its clients to the
information and insights they need to solve their most complex
challenges – whether that’s by building data pipelines and integrations,
completing data migrations, or developing solutions tailored for our
clients within the Palantir environment. PVM’s experienced team of
engineers is Palantir-certified, cleared to work in secured spaces
including PVM’s own SCIF.
PVM is a certified black- and service-disabled veteran-owned small
business that was founded by a retired Naval officer out of frustration
with the status quo. PVM was founded with one goal in mind: solving the
hard, data-driven problems Sailors were facing every day. Today, we
continue to be driven by that same goal, and are focused on taking on
our clients’ missions as our own to make a difference in the communities
we serve.
