Development Security & Operations Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client seeking a Development Security & Operations Engineer in Medley, FL (Florida).

Summary:
The DevSecOps Engineer integrates security tools and practices throughout the software development lifecycle. This position partners with development, operations, and security teams to automate security testing, analyze vulnerabilities, recommend remediation, strengthen cloud and application security, and promote secure coding practices.

Key Responsibilities:
* Implement and maintain security tools within CI/CD pipelines
* Perform automated code scanning, security testing, vulnerability assessments, and code verification
* Review security findings and provide developers with clear remediation guidance
* Integrate and automate security controls throughout the development workflow
* Partner with developers to establish secure coding practices and address application vulnerabilities
* Secure cloud environments and confirm alignment with applicable security standards
* Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents
* Support threat modeling, risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security improvement initiatives
* Recommend enhancements to security protocols, processes, and technologies
* Support regulatory, audit, and compliance activities
* Promote security awareness across development, operations, and business teams
* Stay current on emerging cybersecurity threats, tools, and industry practices

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or at least 10 years of relevant cybersecurity or software development experience
* Experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, application security, or a related technical role
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code tools
* Experience securing cloud environments using platforms such as Azure or AWS
* Experience identifying vulnerabilities and developing appropriate remediation or mitigation strategies
* Knowledge of cloud-native security tools and practices
* Strong understanding of secure software development, threat modeling, encryption, vulnerability assessment, access controls, and risk management
* Understanding of network architecture, security protocols, secure network design, and system administration
* Familiarity with regulatory and security frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2
* Proficiency with Python, Java, Ruby, or similar programming and scripting languages
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
* Ability to support or participate in security incident response

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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