Location
US

About The Role

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy delivering client and industry driven solutions through our 5 core specialist Practices; Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, IT Operations, Change & Transformation, and Risk, Regulation & Compliance.

FDM is seeking DevOps Engineers in New York to work for our client within the financial services sector.

Role Summary

The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and automated CI/CD pipelines. This role integrates security into every stage of the software development lifecycle, collaborating with development, operations, and security teams to ensure compliance, operational soundness, and high-quality output. The Engineer will also act as a key resource in driving the adoption of DevSecOps practices across squads, improving security posture and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Pipeline Design and Automation
    • Develop, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines with a focus on automation and security.
    • Ensure seamless integration of testing, deployment, and monitoring tools within the pipeline.
  2. Security Integration
    • Embed security controls into the development and deployment workflows, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards.
    • Implement tools for static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST).
    • Conduct threat modeling and vulnerability assessments as part of the pipeline.
  3. Collaboration and Guidance
    • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to embed DevSecOps principles into workflows.
    • Act as a subject matter expert, providing hands-on guidance and training to squads on security and automation best practices.
  4. Toolchain Management
    • Evaluate, recommend, and integrate enterprise tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, SonarQube, and Kubernetes.
    • Manage configurations and ensure tools are optimized for team archetypes (e.g., cloud-native, vendor platforms).
  5. Monitoring and Reporting
    • Define and track DevSecOps KPIs such as deployment frequency, lead time for changes, MTTR, and change failure rate.
    • Build dashboards to visualize pipeline performance, security compliance, and operational metrics.
  6. Continuous Improvement
    • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes, reduce technical debt, and improve software delivery quality.
    • Stay updated on DevSecOps trends, tools, and techniques, and share insights with the organization.

About You

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
  • Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Strong understanding of security tools and practices (e.g., SAST, DAST, OWASP).
  • Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Experience

  • 5+ years in DevOps, Security Engineering, or a related role.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing secure CI/CD pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise-level DevSecOps transformations is a plus.

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist, CompTIA Security+) are a plus.

Expected Outcomes/Deliverables

  • Secure and automated CI/CD pipelines tailored to team needs.
  • Increased deployment frequency with reduced lead times.
  • Comprehensive security integration across the development lifecycle.
  • Clear documentation and training materials for squads adopting DevSecOps.
  • Dashboards showcasing pipeline performance and security metrics.

About Us

FDM is an award-winning global business and technology consultancy powering the people behind tech and innovation for over 30 years. We collaborate with world-leading companies to identify the expertise they need, exactly when they need it. We have helped successfully launch nearly 25,000 careers globally to date and are a trusted partner to over 300 companies worldwide. 

FDM has 4,000+ employees worldwide, with over 90 nationalities working together as a team. From our origins in Brighton, UK, FDM now has 18 centres located across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific and is now on the FTSE4Good Index. 

Dedicated to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

FDM Group’s mission is to make tech and business careers accessible for everyone. Our diverse team of 90+ nationalities thrive on differences, fuels innovation through varied experiences, and celebrates shared successes. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and listed on the FTSE4Good Index, FDM ensures every qualified applicant, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other status protected by federal or provincial law, gets the chance they deserve.

Additional Considerations

FDM Group, Inc. is registered to operate and hire employees in select states within the US. We will consider employment applications exclusively from candidates who are either residing in one of the following states or willing to relocate to them: Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.

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