Senior Development Security Operations Engineer

American Tower

Senior Development Security Operations Engineer embedding security in software delivery pipelines and implementing automated security controls at American Tower. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure software development.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeCary • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerJenkinsKubernetesPythonSDLCTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Embedding security controls into software delivery pipelines, code repositories, and cloud-native platforms.
Implementing automated guardrails and integrating security tools into developer workflows.
Ensuring continuous enforcement of security requirements through policy-as-code and pipeline automation.
Driving the adoption of secure-by-default engineering patterns to balance security with developer experience.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in DevSecOps, security engineering, or platform engineering, with strong hands-on experience implementing CI/CD and automation solutions.
Strong hands-on experience with code repository platforms (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps), including implementation of advanced security controls and governance.
Deep experience with cloud-native technologies, including containers (Docker), orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM), and AWS CloudFormation.
Strong understanding of software supply chain security risks and controls, including dependency management and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) practices.
Experience implementing policy-as-code frameworks using tools such as Azure Policy, AWS Config, Open Policy Agent (OPA), or similar technologies.
Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) and DevOps tooling (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure Pipelines).
Strong understanding of the Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and the ability to operationalize controls within engineering environments.
Ability to collaborate effectively with Application, Cybersecurity, and business teams to implement scalable security solutions.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.
Approximately 5% travel may be required in support of the position’s responsibilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare coverage
401(k) savings plan
paid time off
company holidays
sick leave
parental leave
access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness

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Hard Skills & Tools

DevSecOpssecurity engineeringplatform engineeringCI/CDautomation solutionscloud-native technologiescontainersinfrastructure-as-codepolicy-as-codeSecure Development Lifecycle

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationorganizational skillsprioritizationpresentation skills