Principal DevSecOps - Contract

About us:

Working at Tech Holding isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We are a full-service consulting firm that was founded on the premise of delivering predictable outcomes and high-quality solutions to our clients.  Our founders and team members have industry experience and have held senior positions in a wide variety of companies – from emerging startups to large Fortune 50 firms – and we have taken our combined experiences and developed a unique approach that is supported by the principles of deep expertise, integrity, transparency, and dependability.

The Role:  

As a Principal DevSecOps, you will be at the forefront of enhancing the security, reliability, and scalability of our client’s cloud-based applications and infrastructure. With a strong focus on AWS native solutions, you will architect, implement, and refine cutting-edge DevOps and security practices. Your expertise will ensure the creation of secure and efficient environments that can scale seamlessly. This role requires a deep understanding of AWS tools and services, and a commitment to hands-on implementation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and deploy AWS resources using CloudFormation.
• Design, develop, and optimize highly secure and scalable CI/CD pipelines using AWS native services (e.g., CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy).
• Perform in-depth threat modeling for applications and infrastructure, identifying attack vectors.
• Regularly assess and patch vulnerabilities across all systems, focusing on automation to ensure seamless patch management.
• Implement and maintain automated monitoring, logging, and alerting systems using AWS CloudWatch and third party tools (Datadog, Dynatrace).
• Develop and implement automated solutions for security monitoring, vulnerability detection, and patch deployment.
• Ensure all processes and systems are documented and maintain a high level of operational transparency.
• Advocate and implement improvements to security practices and operational efficiency through automation and AWS best practice

Required Skills: 

• Extensive hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation or Terraform), with a preference for AWS CloudFormation.
• Deep proficiency with AWS native DevOps tools (CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy) for CI/CD automation.
• Experience with creating and managing AMIs, and containerization technologies (Docker).
• Strong background in AWS observability tools such as CloudWatch, alongside similar tools like Datadog or Dynatrace.
• Solid experience managing AWS resources with a deep understanding of AWS security best practices.
• Scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python) for automating tasks and improving operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of AWS's Well-Architected principles.

Nice to have:  

• DevOps Engineer: Professional
• Solutions Architect: Professional or Associate
• Developer: Associate

What we offer:

• Remote Work Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Professional development opportunities

Expected Compensation:

• $90–$125 per hour