Senior DevOps Engineer

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Job Description

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will lead the integration of DevOps & Security practices into our delivery processes, ensuring the highest level of security across the software development lifecycle.

This role is suited for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in DevOps, security, and automation. You will provide strategic direction, mentorship to team members, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the organization's DevOps posture.

Security Automation Leadership

• Lead the development and optimization of security automation scripts and tools within CI/CD pipelines. Champion the implementation of advanced automated security testing processes.

Vulnerability Management and Remediation

• Oversee and manage vulnerability scanning and assessment processes, ensuring swift identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities. 
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to implement effective remediation strategies. 

Security Monitoring

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive security monitoring solutions.

​Incident Response

• Drive incident response efforts, analyze security events, and contribute to continuous improvement of response capabilities.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Excellence

• Establish and enforce best practices in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts. Collaborate with teams to integrate advanced measures into infrastructure provisioning. 

Configuration Management

• Implement and enforce advanced secure configuration management practices for infrastructure components. Set and monitor configuration baselines in collaboration with operations teams.

Governance and Compliance

• Lead the establishment and enforcement of DevSecOps governance policies and compliance standards. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure regulatory compliance. 

Collaboration and Mentorship

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing expert guidance on practices in DevOps processes. Mentor and coach junior and intermediate DevSecOps engineers.

Qualifications and Experience required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. 
• Certification in DevSecOps or relevant advanced security certifications. 
• 6+ years of experience in DevOps, security, or a related role. 
• Proven track record of leading DevSecOps initiatives and implementing security in complex environments.
• Experience with advanced CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and version control systems (e.g., Git). 
• Deep expertise in container security best practices. 
• Familiarity with security scanning tools and vulnerability management platforms. 
• Advanced skills in incident response and security incident analysis. 
• Expert proficiency in scripting & Development languages (e.g., Python, YAML, C#.net) and advanced security automation tools. 
• In-depth knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). 
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). 
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices. 

 

Skills

Action Planning, Application Development, Data Compilation, Data Management, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, Information Technology (IT) Support, IT Network Security, Market Analysis, Product Development, Test Case Management

Competencies

Business Insight

Courage

Cultivates Innovation

Customer Focus

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Ensures Accountability

Manages Ambiguity

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

30 June 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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