DevSecOps Engineer
Company: Dark Wolf Solutions
Location: Herndon
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Dark Wolf is seeking a DevSecOps
Engineer to support the development and sustainment of a
cloud-based platform that enables cyber operations. The successful
candidate will architect a centralized secure image factory,
integrate proprietary scanning tools, and manage the supply chain
of hardened containers. The team provides support to enhance and
develop new applications, analytics, and services for the customer
and to modernize capabilities through an agile, evolving
requirement identification and prioritization process. This
position will call for support at a main DW supported office
location. Tasks may include assisting with: Deploying and
maintaining a centralized artifact repository on cloud-native
architecture (AWS/Azure). Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
to automate the ingestion, scanning, and publishing of secure
container images. Integrating low-CVE base images (e.g., via
Chainguard) into the development supply chain. Implementing and
managing automated compliance scanning tools (SAST/DAST/Fuzzing)
within the build pipeline. Implementing Infrastructure as Code
(IaC) using Terraform or similar tools to stand up secure
environments. Developing best practices to increase the velocity of
secure image updates and patch management. Ensuring system
performance and availability while troubleshooting and resolving
technical issues within the container lifecycle. Collaborating with
other teams to develop and implement technical solutions for secure
software delivery. Automating repetitive tasks to increase
efficiency and reduce errors in the image hardening process.
Documenting infrastructure configurations, processes, and
procedures for secure supply chain management. Required
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in IT Security, Information
Systems, or equivalent Minimum of 4 years of experience working
with commercial cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Extensive experience with Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and
Container Security Experience designing Infrastructure as Code
solutions using Terraform or Ansible Strong proficiency in CI/CD
tooling (GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD, or similar) Experience with
Linux administration and hardening Demonstrated knowledge of
DevSecOps processes and software supply chain security (SBOMs,
signing, verification) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
US Citizenship and ability to be clearable up to the Top Secret
clearance with SCI eligibility Desired Qualifications: Experience
with Chainguard images and low-CVE container strategies Experience
working with Platform One, Iron Bank, or similar DoD software
factories Experience with proprietary fuzzing or scanning pipelines
Experience deploying and maintaining AWS services including ECR,
S3, and RDS Industry certifications, such as AWS Certified
Solutions Architect, Security, or CCNA. This position will be
supported at a hybrid capacity at any of the following DW Office
locations: Herndon, VA, Omaha, NE, Colorado Springs, CO, Tampa, FL.
The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000.00 -
$180,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We
are proud to be an EEO/AA employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required
to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and
to complete the required employment eligibility verification form
upon hire.
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