SecDevOps Engineer

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

About the role

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced SecDevOps Engineer (Level 4) to join our COMSEC team within the Core Systems and Components group. In this role, you will play a critical part in integrating security practices into our development and operations workflows, ensuring the protection of our most sensitive systems and communications. You will work at the intersection of security, software development, and infrastructure — helping to build and maintain secure, reliable systems that support Blue Origin's mission to enable millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

Who You'll Work With

• Cybersecurity teams to define and enforce security policies and standards
• Software Developers to embed security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) to ensure secure, stable, and scalable operations

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure DevOps pipelines and infrastructure
• Integrate automated security testing, vulnerability scanning, and compliance checks into CI/CD workflows
• Support COMSEC operations by ensuring secure communication systems and tools meet applicable standards
• Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities across development and production environments
• Enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices across engineering teams
• Monitor systems for security threats and respond to incidents in collaboration with Cybersecurity teams
• Partner with SREs to build resilient, security-hardened infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with relevant government and industry security frameworks and regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in DevOps, SecDevOps, or a related engineering discipline
• Proven experience integrating security practices into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SAST, DAST, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM platforms
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong understanding of networking, encryption, and secure communications
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST SP 800-series, RMF, or CMMC
• Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Security Clearance or ability to obtain one
• Experience with COMSEC equipment, policies, and key management
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or Certified DevSecOps Professional
• Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 security and privacy controls for federal information systems and organizations
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment
• Familiarity with IaC tools such as Terraform or Ansible

Pay

Base Pay Range for CO applicants is $181,626.00 - $254,275.35. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for additional benefits and bonuses

Background checks are required for all positions. Additional checks may include Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), DOT physicals, drug and alcohol testing, CDL requirements, and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training, depending on the role.