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Connective Talent

DevSecOps Engineer

On site

Houston, United states

Freelance

15-10-2025

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Skills

Python Bash CI/CD DevOps Kubernetes Monitoring Networking Linux AWS cloud platforms CI/CD Pipelines Terraform Infrastructure as Code

Job Specifications

DevSecOps Engineer (Hybrid, Contract)

We're seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to manage secure delivery pipelines and platform foundations across cloud environments. This role focuses on Terraform, Kubernetes, and AWS IAM. You'll design and automate IAM, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code while embedding security controls and enabling development teams to deliver safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and manage least-privilege IAM across cloud and Kubernetes environments.
Build and maintain Terraform modules, enforce drift detection, and apply policy-as-code.
Operate Kubernetes clusters, manage CI/CD pipelines, secrets, and observability tools.
Collaborate with AppSec and product teams on secure design reviews and threat modeling.
Support compliance initiatives and ensure platform reliability and developer experience.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years in DevOps, Platform, or SRE roles with a security-first mindset.
Hands-on experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, and AWS IAM.
CI/CD pipeline expertise, cloud platforms (AWS preferred), Linux, containers, and networking fundamentals.
Strong scripting (Python/Bash) and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with HashiCorp Vault, GitOps, multi-cluster environments, or regulated industries.
Knowledge of data protection, tokenization, or security monitoring tools.

About the Company

Founded in 2011, with rich experience recruiting in the Energy, Technology, Commodity Trading and Consulting industries, Connective Talent is a full service national staffing firm offering contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing services. At our core is a disciplined focus to help people succeed by connecting the right candidates with the right clients at the right time. Connective has the tools and experience to deliver on making the best connections. Know more