Senior Secure DevOps Architect (f/m/x)

Introduction
As the Senior Secure DevOps Architect you will be a key player in designing and implementing secure DevOps architectures for our clients. This role requires a deep understanding of DevOps principles security best practices and strong architectural skills to ensure the delivery of robust efficient and secure solutions.

Your Role and Responsibilities
Architectural Design: Lead the design and development of secure DevOps architectures ensuring alignment with client requirements industry best practices and security standards.
Security Integration: Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security seamlessly into DevOps processes including CI/CD pipelines infrastructure as code and automated security controls.
Toolchain Selection: Evaluate recommend and implement DevSecOps tools and technologies ensuring they align with client goals and security objectives.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Implement secure IaC practices using tools such as Terraform or Ansible ensuring the automated and secure provisioning of infrastructure.
Containerization and Orchestration: Design and implement secure containerization solutions using Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
Threat Modeling: Conduct threat modeling exercises to identify potential security risks in software architectures and DevOps workflows providing guidance on mitigation strategies.
Client Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to clients understanding their unique challenges and providing strategic guidance on secure DevOps implementations.
Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior architects and DevOps teams fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior architect role with a focus on secure DevOps.
• Deep understanding of DevOps principles CI/CD pipelines version control systems and infrastructure automation.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g. Python Shell PowerShell).
• Experience with containerization tools (Docker) orchestration tools (Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP).
• Familiarity with security tools and practices for DevOps environments such as static and dynamic code analysis.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP CSSLP AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to think strategically solve complex problems and drive innovation.
• Fluent in English

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Master’s degree
• Other European languages