TekStream Solutions
Platform Engineer (DevSecOps)
McLean, District of Columbia, US
Role snapshot
TekStream Solutions is hiring a Platform Engineer (DevSecOps) on a full-time basis. This is an on-site role based in McLean, District of Columbia, US.
- Company
- TekStream Solutions
- Location
- McLean, District of Columbia, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
Who this role suits
Practitioners with a few years behind them who can work independently, make trade-offs and help newer teammates.
How to prepare your application
- Prepare examples of decisions you drove, how you measured the result, and how you worked with other teams.
- Be ready to discuss trade-offs and scope, not only the tools you have used.
- Read what TekStream Solutions publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Position : Platform Engineer
Location: McLean, VA (Onsite – 4 Days/Week)
Duration: 6 Months Contract (Potential Extension)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Pay Rate: $80–$90/hr W2
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer (DevSecOps) to support mission-critical systems by integrating security into software development and delivery pipelines. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in DevSecOps, cybersecurity engineering, CI/CD automation, cloud security, and federal/defense cybersecurity compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and enhance secure CI/CD pipelines by integrating SAST, DAST, SCA, and container scanning tools.
- Automate vulnerability detection, security assessments, and remediation workflows.
- Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Policy as Code.
- Strengthen AWS cloud security and Kubernetes environments.
- Support Risk Management Framework (RMF), continuous ATO, System Security Plans (SSPs), and compliance activities.
- Apply NIST 800-53 security controls and federal cybersecurity standards.
- Implement Zero Trust security principles across DevSecOps pipelines and the software development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to improve secure software delivery.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity Engineering / DevSecOps, preferably in federal or defense environments.
- 3+ years of software engineering experience using Python, TypeScript, or Bash.
- 2+ years of experience implementing cybersecurity solutions in AWS and Kubernetes environments.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD, DevSecOps, IaC/CaC, and secure SDLC practices.
- Strong knowledge of Terraform, security automation, vulnerability scanning, and remediation.
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, RMF, eMASS, STIG Manager, STIG Viewer, and SCAP tools.
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or Pi.
- Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Active Secret Security Clearance.
- Experience implementing Zero Trust security solutions.
- Knowledge of GRC engineering, policy-as-code, automated compliance validation, and continuous control monitoring.
- Experience with POA&M management, audit evidence collection, and compliance reporting.
- Security+, AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Security, or CISSP certification.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.