Location: Remote
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Ask Sage:
Founded by Nic Chaillan, former Chief Software Officer of the Air Force and Space Force, Ask Sage is the leading Generative AI platform that augments the velocity of government and commercial teams with dozens of use cases from coding to cybersecurity to acquisition to data analysis and much more. Our FedRAMP High and DoD IL5 accredited cutting-edge technology enables teams to focus on strategic initiatives while we take care of the heavy lifting. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer.
Position Overview:
This critical role involves developing and maintaining secure containerized environments, automating infrastructure tasks, and ensuring the security and efficiency of our AI and application deployments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in containerization, Kubernetes, DevSecOps practices, and a deep understanding of secure coding and infrastructure management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain secure container images for various applications, including administrative functions and AI models.
- Create and deploy containerized applications using Chainguard hardened images, such as a Flask Python API on top of an LLM, ensuring functionality in air-gapped environments.
- Automate infrastructure tasks using Kubernetes, including setting up various automation.
- Implement best practices for code quality, security, and performance optimization in containerized environments.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code with a focus on security and data privacy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate secure and efficient solutions into existing systems.
- Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in DevSecOps, containerization, and Kubernetes.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in DevSecOps, with a strong focus on containerization and Kubernetes.
- Proven experience in creating and managing secure container images, including automation tasks and AI models.
- Strong expertise in using Chainguard hardened images and deploying applications in air-gapped environments.
- Expertise with Kubernetes, including setting up and managing cron jobs and stateful sets.
- Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and secure coding principles.
- Experience with Python development, particularly in building and deploying Flask APIs.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as this role will require obtaining a Department of Defense Secret clearance.
Screening Criteria:
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Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted, including verification of employment history, education credentials, and any criminal records. Any involvement in activities that may pose a risk to national security will also be checked.
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Security Clearance: The candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
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Fingerprinting: A fingerprinting process will be implemented for accurate identification and to assist in conducting background checks.
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Certification: Relevant certifications in DevSecOps, containerization, or related fields are a plus.
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U.S. Citizenship: The candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
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Reference Checks: Thorough reference checks will be conducted to gather insights into the candidate's professional conduct, reliability, and trustworthiness.
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Personal Interviews: In-depth interviews will be conducted to assess the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience related to DevSecOps, containerization, Kubernetes, and security best practices.
Why Join Ask Sage:
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology that is transforming the industry.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment that values creativity and initiative.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including 100% coverage for health plans, 401K, flexible PTO, and stock options.
- Chance to make a significant impact on the company's growth.
To apply for this position, send your resume and cover letter to
jobs@asksage.ai
