AUSGAR Technologies Inc. is hiring: Software/Container Security Engineer with Se

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME COMPETITIVE SALARY AND A COMPANY THAT CARES! AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer, is an established Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cyber Security and Systems Engineering. Software/Container Security Engineer – 25-021 – CONTINGENT – San Diego, California AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting, NEW, CONTINGENT opportunity for a Software/Container Security Engineer to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members working in San Diego, California. This key role is responsible for oversight of Container Information Security for NIWC PAC in Point Loma, CA. Will identify potential security configuration and other risks and vulnerabilities in the container environment. Will provide container vulnerability assurance inclusive of compliance with configuration requirements, security controls and improvements. o Application Security Fundamentals  Experience with static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST) and software composition analysis (SCA) tools and processes.  Understanding of common web application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25).  Knowledge of secure coding principles and best practices for Java programming language. Risk assessment and management.  Data security and privacy principles (encryption in transit/at rest, data classification).  Security logging, monitoring and incident response fundamentals. • Docker Hub, Quay, Azure Container Registry, ECR, GCR) and securing them.  Understanding of container networking and storage security. Experience with securing Kubernetes workloads and configurations.  Knowledge of Kubernetes security primitives (Network Policies, Pod Security Policies/Admission Controllers, Service Accounts, Secrets, RBAC).  Hands-on experience with container image scanning tools (e.g., Falco, Sysdig Secure, Aqua Security, Twistlock/Palo Alto Prisma Cloud). • Experience integrating security tools and practices into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps Pipelines, ArgoCD).  Ability to automate security checks (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning, IaC scanning) within the pipeline.  o Scripting & Automation:  Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) for automating security tasks and integrations. Agile & Collaboration Skills: o Agile Methodologies  Experience working within Agile/Scrum/Kanban teams.  Understanding of how to embed security early ("shift left"). Strong collaboration skills, capable of working effectively with developers, operations, QA and product owners.  Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Must possess an active Top-Secret clearance. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university desired. • Hands-on experience with container image scanning tools (e.g., Experience with static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST) and software composition analysis (SCA) tools and processes. • Docker Hub, Quay, Azure Container Registry, ECR, GCR) and securing them. • Falco, Sysdig Secure, Aqua Security, Twistlock/Palo Alto Prisma Cloud). • Experience working within Agile/Scrum/Kanban teams. • Experience integrating security tools and practices into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps Pipelines, ArgoCD). • Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) for automating security tasks and integrations. • An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e-mail us at if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access careers page as a result of your disability.