Job Title: SecDevOps
Location: Washington, DC
Time Type: Full-time
Potential for Telework: Position eligible for telework upon approval; however, must be able to attend GPO IT Security meetings scheduled and as-needed-unscheduled in-person meeting(s).
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Must be able to obtain at a minimum, a Public Trust Security Clearance and higher security clearance
Employee Type: W2 or 1099
Citizenship: US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship
NexThreat is seeking an experienced SecDevOps candidate to support IT Security within the Government POs Agency. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting security development, operations, and architecture functions, ensuring continuity and resilience of IT services during normal operations, unforeseen events, and exercises, including periods of Continuity of Operations (COOP).
The SecDevOps Contractor shall provide expert support in IT security development, operations, and Zero Trust Architecture. The candidate will also support the operation, maintenance, and upgrade of a broad suite of security and IT tools, with a primary focus on ARMIS. They must be prepared to extend operational capabilities to alternate sites as needed, ensuring uninterrupted services during emergency scenarios or testing.
Key Responsibilities:
·IT Security Development:
Design, implement, and enhance security solutions in alignment with Agency policies and industry best practices.
·IT Security Operations:
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents and alerts; conduct vulnerability assessments; and ensure compliance.
·Zero Trust Architecture Operations:
Support and maintain Zero Trust security models to safeguard Agency assets and data.
·Support in Emergency & COOP Scenarios:
Be prepared to support operations at alternate sites during emergencies, exercises, and unforeseen events, ensuring continuity of services.
·Tools & Technology Support:
Operate, maintain, upgrade, and support the following tools and technologies:
oARMIS
oCloudflare
oTrellix Security NX, CM, Endpoint Security
oMicrosoft Azure/Defender/Sentinel
oSQL/MySQL
oOracle Linux
oRedhat Linux
oWindows 10-11
oMS Server 2016-2025
oRSA NetWitness Logs and Packets
oRSA SecureID
oRapid 7 Nexpose/Web App Scanning
oStealthwatch NetFlow
oTenable IO/Web App Scanning
oVaronis Data Protection
oXACTA 360/IO
oServiceNow (SNOW)
oZscaler
oSharePoint Technical Reference Model
oTaclane Encryptor
oDHS HSD.
Qualifications & Skills:
·Proven experience in Security DevOps, Security Engineering, or related roles.
·Strong understanding of Zero Trust security architectures.
·Hands-on experience with supporting and operating security tools listed above, especially ARMIS.
·Ability to adapt to and support operations in remote/alternate site scenarios.
·Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.) and related security services.
·Familiarity with network security monitoring tools and incident response.
·Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
·Ability to obtain or maintain security clearances as required.
Preferred Certifications:
·CISSP, CISM, Security+ or equivalent.
·Cloud security certifications (Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security, etc.) are a plus.
NexThreat is dedicated to our employees' well-being, growth, and satisfaction. We offer a competitive compensation package that supports and enables our corporate commitment to excellence.
Our extensive benefits include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Ensuring our employees have access to essential healthcare services.
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions: Helping our employees secure their financial future.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Providing peace of mind with robust coverage.
Up to Five weeks of PTO: Enabling you to streamline your work life balance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offering financial protection during unforeseen circumstances.
529 College Savings Plan: Supporting our employees’ educational savings goals.
Employee Learning Program with Tuition Reimbursement: Encouraging continuous learning and development.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans: Allowing employees to manage their healthcare expenses effectively.
Profit Sharing: Rewarding our employees for contributing to the company’s success.
Employee Referral Program: Incentivizing our team to bring in new talent.
$5,000 Company-Paid Travel/Vacation after 5 Years of Service: Celebrating loyalty and service with generous vacation benefits.
Equal Opportunity and Career Advancement
NexThreat is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We provide a clear pathway for career development, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.
Fair Compensation
Our commitment to fair compensation is reflected in our competitive salary packages. NexThreat’s internal efficiencies enable us to offer not only fair wages but also additional financial benefits such as spot and merit bonuses, profit sharing, commuting benefits, and comprehensive insurance coverage.
Reward and Recognition
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. By regularly collecting customer feedback, we identify opportunities to provide spot bonuses, gifts, and other forms of recognition, ensuring our team members feel valued and appreciated.
Vacation Benefits
Understanding the importance of work-life balance, NexThreat offers a unique vacation benefit. Every 5 years, employees receive $5,000 towards a vacation for themselves and their families.
We strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
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