Platform DevSecOps Engineer at KUBRA

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

4+ years in Platform Engineering, DevOps or Software Engineering with demonstrable coding experience in Go or Python
Deep expertise with Terraform and Git-Ops workflows
Hands-on operation of Kubernetes and AWS networking
Proven track record automating at least one AWS managed service
Experience building in or supporting highly-regulated environments (SOC 2, PCI-DSS)
Practice ‘Security as Code’ to ensure security “baked in” and automation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and responsible
Excellent organization, time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to handle pressure and focus on results
Understanding and following the business strategy, objectives, and adjusting to performance metrics

Responsibilities

Strengthen the configuration of security related aspects of the KUBRA HQ cloud platform environment including with focus on Kubernetes
Develop reusable Terraform modules and Kubernetes policies and templates that abstract cloud complexity
Enforce cluster-wide security guard-rails using Kyverno (or OPA Gatekeeper) policies, AWS IAM Roles for Service Accounts, network policies and Pod Security Standards
Automate policy testing, drift detection and remediation through Git-Ops pipelines so every upgrade, add-on or workload remains compliant
Automate build, test and release workflows using CircleCI and Argo CD; enforce policy as code and automated security scans
Support and improve IaC configurations for some AWS managed services such as AWS WAF
Implement security findings pipelines using event-driven automation to various security tools; collaborate with Security Operations on remediation runbooks
Engage with product teams to collect feedback and evolve the platform backlog; run demos, write RFCs and maintain documentation
Champion best practices for resiliency, cost optimization and minimal-friction security
Implement security controls and best practices across CI/CD pipelines
Provide security guidance to product engineering teams building software applications in compliance with industry standards in public cloud environments
Collaborate with development teams to implement secure coding practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonGoTerraformKubernetesAWSKyvernoOPA GatekeeperCircleCIArgo CDAWS WAFGitOpsIaCnetwork policiesPod Security Standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Mississauga, Ontario.

What technical skills are required for the Platform DevSecOps Engineer role?

Key skills include expertise in Python/Go, Terraform, and Kubernetes, along with experience in Cloud Security, Application Security, Network Security, Systems Security, and Security Automation. Additional tools mentioned are Kyverno or OPA Gatekeeper, AWS IAM Roles for Service Accounts, CircleCI, Argo CD, and AWS WAF.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What soft skills are important for this role?

Candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized and responsible, demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and maintain professionalism in communications.

What qualities make a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate practices ‘Security as Code’ to ensure security is baked in and automated, has excellent communication skills, is highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities, and can collaborate with product teams while championing best practices.

KUBRA

Customer experience management for utilities and government

About KUBRA

KUBRA provides customer experience management solutions tailored for large utility companies and government entities in North America. Their services include billing and payments, mapping, mobile applications, proactive communications, and artificial intelligence tools, all aimed at improving customer interactions and operational efficiency. KUBRA's solutions are used by over 365 clients, impacting more than 40% of households in the U.S. and Canada, resulting in over 1.5 billion customer interactions each year. The company offers various digital payment options, including partnerships with Apple Pay and Google Pay, ensuring convenience for customers. KUBRA generates revenue through subscription fees for its software and transaction fees from payment processing, allowing for steady income while expanding its offerings. The goal of KUBRA is to enhance customer engagement and streamline operations for utilities and government organizations.

Mississauga, CanadaHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Fintech, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

501-1,000Employees