Talent.com
Kwaan Bear IT Solutions
DevSecOps Cyber Security EngineerKwaan Bear IT Solutions • Fort Gordon, GA, USA
DevSecOps Cyber Security Engineer

DevSecOps Cyber Security Engineer

Kwaan Bear IT Solutions • Fort Gordon, GA, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Title: DevSecOps Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Fort Gordon, GA (On-Site)
Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret (SCI eligible preferred)

Position Summary
The DevSecOps Cyber Security Engineer is the hands-on security engineering lead for mission systems at Fort Gordon. This role bridges classic RMF/ATO work with modern DevSecOps practices.
You will work with developers, system engineers, and operations teams to design, engineer, and validate secure architecture for both hardware and software systems, ensuring they meet DoD RMF requirements and can obtain and maintain an Authorization to Operate (ATO). Experience with DevSecOps, automation, or cloud is a plus, but this is first and foremost an ISSE / cyber engineering role.
If you have strong security engineering/RMF chops and some exposure to automation, CI/CD, or cloud (or a clear desire to grow there), you’re the kind of person we want.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the security engineering lead for systems going through the RMF/ATO process (both hardware-centric and software/application systems).
  • Capture, analyze, and refine security requirements and ensure they are integrated into system architecture, design, and implementation.
  • Work with system engineers and developers to build security into designs from the outset (Defense-in-Depth, Zero Trust principles where applicable).
  • Develop and maintain RMF security documentation (e.g., SSPs, SARs, control implementation statements, POA&Ms) in support of initial and ongoing ATOs.
  • Engineer and validate technical control implementations (e.g., identification and authentication, logging and monitoring, boundary protection, vulnerability management).
  • Support or integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps workflows (e.g., adding static/dynamic analysis, container scanning, IaC checks, and automated compliance validations).
  • Work with infrastructure teams to secure and assess virtualized, containerized, and cloud-hosted environments (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure).
  • Perform and support security testing and continuous monitoring: review scan results, track findings, and help design pragmatic remediation paths.
  • Coordinate with ISSOs, ISSMs, Control Assessors, system owners, and mission partners to keep security, performance, and mission needs in balance.
  • Contribute to security patterns, reference architectures, and standard operating procedures to make future RMF/ATO cycles smoother and more repeatable.

Required Qualifications
We don’t expect one person to check every box, but you should recognize yourself in most of these:
  • Security Engineering / RMF Experience
    • Hands-on experience supporting DoD systems under RMF, including control selection, implementation, and/or validation.
    • Direct involvement in one or more ATO efforts (initial ATO, re-authorization, or significant system change).
  • Technical Foundation
    • Experience administering or engineering on Linux and/or Windows systems in an enterprise or mission environment.
    • Experience with at least one scripting or automation language (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, etc.).
    • Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) and/or containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • DevOps / Automation Exposure
    • Experience with or exposure to CI/CD tools and workflows (e.g., GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevSecOps, Jenkins), OR clear experience automating infrastructure/configuration (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
    • Comfort working in or near Agile / DevSecOps teams: participating in sprints, grooming security tasks, and integrating security into pipelines rather than treating it as an afterthought.
  • Cyber Standards & Controls
    • Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls, DoD STIGs, and vulnerability management practices.
    • Ability to read security requirements and turn them into concrete technical tasks for developers and system engineers.
  • Clearance & Certifications
    • Active DoD Top Secret clearance (SCI eligible preferred).
    • Meets or can meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements for an ISSE/IASAE or IAT/IAM Level III role (e.g., SecurityX, CASP, CISSP, etc.) within a reasonable onboarding window.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
These are not hard gates; they’re signals you’ll be able to hit the ground running faster:
  • Experience integrating security controls into automated build and deployment pipelines (e.g., SAST/DAST, container and IaC scanning, dependency checking).
  • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCC/GCC High) from a security engineering or compliance perspective.
  • Experience with vulnerability and patch management tools (e.g., Nessus, Tenable, Ivanti, or similar).
  • Experience supporting Army, Cyber, or Intelligence Community programs, especially at Fort Gordon.
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture concepts and their impact on system design.
  • Experience writing or maintaining SOPs, playbooks, or O&M checklists tied to security operations and control sustainment.
  • Comfort mentoring developers or admins on secure configuration and coding practices.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
    OR
  • Equivalent combination of relevant military, government, or hands-on industry experience in cybersecurity engineering, systems engineering, and/or DevOps.


Kwaan Bear IT Solutions, LLC (KBITS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. KBITS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at KBITS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. KBITS will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Create a job alert for this search

DevSecOps Cyber Security Engineer • Fort Gordon, GA, USA

Similar jobs

IT Professional

U.S. NavyWaynesboro, GA, United States
Full-time

Job Title : Information Technology Professional (IT/CTN/IS) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Information Systems Technicians, Cryptologic Technician Networks, and Intelligence Specia... Show more

 • Promoted

CCoE Telecommunications Engineering Technician I (Telecommunications EngineeringTech, I)

The MIL CorporationAugusta, Georgia, United States
Full-time

CCoE Telecommunications Engineering Technician I (Telecommunications Engineering Tech, I).Federal Government client at our Ft.The Telecommunications Tech I will provide on-site support of Informati... Show more

 • Promoted

Lead GEOINT Imagery Analyst - Expert-Level Insights

Altamira Technologies Corp.Augusta, GA, United States
Full-time

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an Imagery Analyst - Expert to conduct all-source analytic production by analyzing visible, infrared, and radar imagery data.The ideal candidate m... Show more

 • Promoted

Behavior Detection Officer (BDO) - No Experience Required

TSA Career PlacementEdgefield, South Carolina, US
Full-time

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airpor... Show more

 • Promoted

Imagery Analyst - Mid-Level

Altamira Technologies CorporationAugusta, GA, United States
Full-time

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history of providing innovative solutions throughout the U.Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence, and homeland... Show more

 • Promoted

Sr Imagery Analyst (IMINT)

The Mission Essential Group, LLCAugusta, GA, United States
Full-time

Position: Sr Imagery Analyst (IMINT).Work Location: Fort Gordon, GA.Clearance: TS/SCI with ability to obtain CI poly.I MINT Analyst (Senior) conducts imagery intelligence (IMINT) and GEOINT exploit... Show more

 • Promoted

Imagery Analyst - Expert

FOTOMILL STUDIOS LIMITEDAugusta, GA, United States
Full-time

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history of providing innovative solutions throughout the U.Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence, and homeland... Show more

 • Promoted

Controls Engineer

JobotTrenton, SC, United States
Full-time

Litigation Associate (Probate / Civil Litigation Focus).This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin Shilney.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $1... Show more

 • Promoted

Cybersecurity Engineer

AITS DefenceAugusta, GA, USA
Full-time
Quick Apply

AITS Corporation is a veteran-led prime contractor delivering sovereign-grade cybersecurity and applied defense grade secure cross-domain solutions for the U.Our business is growing, and we are acc... Show more

Traffic Control Flagger II

RoadSafe Traffic SystemsAugusta, Georgia, United States, 30909
Full-time
Quick Apply

Title: Traffic Control Flagger.RoadSafe Traffic Systems is the largest national provider of traffic safety products and services in the United States.RoadSafe serves customers in all 48 contiguous ... Show more

 • Promoted

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives

US Customs and Border ProtectionWaynesboro, GA, US
Full-time

February 2026 Update GL-5/7 grade levels.Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector (Entry Level).If youre looking for just a job, then stop reading right now.But, ... Show more

 • Promoted

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) - Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionEvans, GA, US
Full-time

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO).Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of high... Show more

 • Promoted

Information Systems Technician

U.S. NavyWaynesboro, GA, United States
Full-time

Job Title : Information Technology Professional (IT/CTN/IS) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Information Systems Technicians, Cryptologic Technician Networks, and Intelligence Specia... Show more

 • Promoted

Military Security Officer

US NavyWaynesboro, GA, US
Full-time

Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms).Master-at-Arms (MA) Sailors provide the Navy’s core security, antiterrorism, and law enforcement capability, protecting people, installations, ships, and... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior IMINT & GEOINT Imagery Analyst

The Mission Essential Group, LLCAugusta, GA, United States
Full-time

A defense intelligence consulting firm is seeking a Senior Imagery Analyst to conduct imagery intelligence (IMINT) and GEOINT exploitation at Fort Gordon, GA.The role demands expertise in conductin... Show more

 • Promoted

Offensive Solutions Architect

TwentyAugusta, GA, United States
Full-time

At Twenty, we're taking on one of the most critical challenges of our time: defending democracies in the digital age.We develop revolutionary technologies that operate at the intersection of the cy... Show more

 • Promoted

Shift Lead GA

Taco BellEvans, GA, United States
Full-time

Shift Lead GA Evans, GA Position Summary: The shift leader is an hourly position that provides additional management coverage of operating hours and direct supervision of operations.Focal points... Show more

 • Promoted

TSA Security Inspector - No Experience Required

TSA Career PlacementEdgefield, South Carolina, US
Full-time

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.TSA is hiring Security Inspectors to evaluate airport securi... Show more