X-energy
Engineer IV, Cyber DevSecOps
Rockville, MD · Full-time
No sponsorship$160k-$185kDetected 27 days ago
PythonBashPowerShellCode ReviewGitAWSAzureCloud PlatformsDockerKubernetesTerraformCI/CDDevOpsCybersecuritySIEMSOC OperationsIncident ResponseComplianceFirewallVPNCommunicationAdaptability
About the role
- X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities.
- All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/.
- If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.
Requirements
- Deep proficiency with AWS infrastructure-as-code tools including CloudFormation, AWS CDK, and Terraform for AWS deployments
- Strong experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines, including GitLab Runner configuration, pipeline security, artifact management, and GitLab security scanning features (SAST, DAST, container scanning, dependency scanning)
- Experience implementing security automation and orchestration using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge, and Systems Manager
- Proficiency with AWS monitoring and logging for security operations using CloudWatch, CloudWatch Logs Insights, and integration with SIEM platforms
- Proven track record of securing AWS network architectures, including Transit Gateway, PrivateLink, VPN, and Direct Connect configurations
- Experience with GitLab administrative functions, including user/group management, compliance frameworks, security policies, and merge request approval workflows
- Experience with AWS compliance frameworks (SOC 2, FedRAMP, PCI-DSS, NIST) and implementation of AWS-native compliance controls
- Hands-on experience with containerization security in AWS environments, including Docker security hardening, ECR image scanning, and Kubernetes (EKS) security best practices
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell specifically for AWS security operations and GitLab pipeline integration
- Experience implementing policy-as-code using AWS Organizations, Service Control Policies (SCPs), and IAM policy evaluation
Nice to have
- Integrate security tools and practices into DevOps workflows, including SAST, DAST, SCA, container security, and infrastructure‑as‑code scanning
- Assist in designing and implementing infrastructure security controls across AWS, including identity management, network segmentation, and secrets management
- Contribute to establishing and maintaining security metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track security posture across development and production environments
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3+ years DevOps/security experience
- 1-2 years DevSecOps experience
- Security+ or equivalent
- Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP) (Required/Preferred)
Compensation
- As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).
- Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.
- Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.
- Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
- Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth.
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Company info
- We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process.
Equal opportunity
- An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
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