Security Engineer_DevSecOps(Job code DXB_160424_1)

About

Netsentries Technologies is seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in CI/CD Security (DevSecOps). This role is integral in ensuring the security and integrity of our CI/CD Platform, particularly focusing on DevSecOps and Kubernetes security. A significant aspect of the role involves conducting security assessments, recommending designs and enhancements, troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments and audits within CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, ArgoCD and GitHub Actions
• Review and enhance security measures for Kubernetes and container deployments
• Implement and review security practices in cloud‑native environments, knowledge about service mesh architectures, API gateways and the CNCF landscape into DevOps processes
• Oversee security aspects of orchestration platforms like OpenShift
• Collaborate with various development teams to bring continuous improvement in DevSecOps processes and tools
• Develop and maintain security documentation and guidelines for CI/CD pipeline tools and processes
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)) are a plus
• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure security while architecting and building new systems

Qualifications

• Strong background in CI/CD and container technologies
• Proven experience in securing Kubernetes and containerized environments
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python, Bash, NodeJS
• Familiarity with OpenShift, ArgoCD, GitHub Actions, Istio, and DevSecOps methodologies
• In‑depth knowledge of containers, Kubernetes, Docker, API Gateway, Jenkins
• Ability to design and implement robust security protocols and measures
• Understanding of network segmentation, Network Policies, Egress policies, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Soft Skills

• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and manage their expectations from a security perspective
• Holistic thinking; must balance security and functionality using practical demonstrable examples and contribute to “good architecture principles” to lower technical debt
• Assertive personality; should be able to hold his/her own in a project board or work group setting
• Superlative written and verbal communication skills; should be able to explain technical observations in an easy‑to‑understand manner
• Can work independently and is self‑motivated

Preferred Certifications

• Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)
• Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
• Any other equivalent certification for DevSecOps