We are looking for Senior DevSecOps Security Automation Engineer - Remote / Telecommute for our client in Richmond, VA
Job Title: Senior DevSecOps Security Automation Engineer - Remote / Telecommute
Job Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $97.32hr - $102.32hr
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5 7 years of experience in information security, application development, risk management, audit, or cyber operations.
- Advanced knowledge of security principles, assessment methodologies, and cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
- Hands-on experience with automation platforms, continuous monitoring tools, and analytics technologies.
- Strong analytical, communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- Professional certifications (CISSP, CISA, CRISC).
- Demonstrated success enabling DevSecOps at scale, including security testing automation and policy development.
- Experience administering code repositories and build systems across CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience building and deploying AI agents (RAG, orchestration, tool/function calling) in regulated environments.
- Direct experience with NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 and FedRAMP, including OSCAL artifact management and GRC ingestion.
Technical Proficiencies:
- AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
- Source control and developer platforms.
- Vulnerability, compliance, and quality scanning tools.
- SAST/DAST and infrastructure-as-code tooling.
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and operationalize AI agents for evidence triage, control mapping, and developer support.
- Enforce secure prompt and skill management, role-based access controls, and audit trails.
- Integrate agents with enterprise systems (ticketing, CI/CD, knowledge bases) via secure APIs.
- Map automated controls and agent workflows to priority NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 and FedRAMP requirements.
- Deliver FedRAMP-ready artifacts and processes, including continuous monitoring and compliance dashboards.
- Design, build, and implement secure-by-design practices across DevSecOps pipelines.
- Assess automation opportunities, build and integrate security automation, and deliver data-driven risk insights.
- Partner with engineering to implement SAST/DAST, infrastructure-as-code checks, and vulnerability scanning within CI/CD.
- Develop APIs to orchestrate security scanning workflows and automate evidence capture.
- Manage private certificate authorities and automate code signing for secure build and release processes.
- Translate technical findings into decision-ready insights for leadership and risk committees.
- Co-design automated, analytics-driven processes to reduce manual effort and enhance transparency.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
