DevSecOps Engineer

Title: DevSecOps Engineer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About Accenture

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Song, Technology and Operations services — all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 742,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

About Accenture Security

Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using the coolest next-gen tech, you’ll have every chance to stay one step ahead of cybercrime and out-hack the hackers.    

Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services – from security strategy development to business transformation, to managed security services – on demand and at a global scale to help mitigate risks and take full advantage of advanced technologies and proven risk management models. Our experienced team of global security professionals helps businesses understand their risks and build resilience from the inside out, giving them the confidence to focus on what matters most: innovation and business growth.

Responsibilities:

Security Integration:

Integrate security tools, processes, and controls into the CI/CD pipeline.

Automate security testing for applications and infrastructure.

Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.

Collaboration and Training:

Work collaboratively with development and operations teams to address security concerns.

Provide training and guidance to teams on secure coding practices and security tools.

Develop and maintain security documentation and training materials.

Incident Response:

Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents.

Conduct post-incident analysis and implement measures to prevent recurrence.

Maintain and improve incident response plans and procedures.

Infrastructure Security:

Design and implement secure cloud and on-premise infrastructure.

Manage and secure container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).

Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations.

Continuous Improvement:

Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies.

Continuously improve security practices and tools.

Conduct regular security audits and implement necessary improvements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

7+ years of experience in DevOps, security, or a related field.

Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).

Experience with security tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA).

Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security features.

Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

Understanding of network security, cryptography, and application security principles.

Preferred Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP).

Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) is preferred.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) is a plus.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Skills and Competencies:

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Attention to detail and a proactive approach to security.

Why join us?

We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.

You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.

Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards.

You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.

You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.

Next Steps

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