Contrast Security Remote UK Full-time

Contrast Security Named One of the Hottest Cybersecurity Companies in the 2024 Citizens JMP Securities LLC Cyber 66 Report 
Contrast recognized for its innovation in Runtime Security
Contrast Security is the world’s leading provider of security technology that enables software applications to protect themselves against cyberattacks, heralding the new era of self-protecting software. Contrast’s patented deep security instrumentation is the breakthrough technology that enables highly accurate assessment and always-on protection of an entire application portfolio without disruptive scanning or expensive security experts. Only Contrast has sensors that work actively inside applications to uncover vulnerabilities, prevent data breaches, and secure the entire enterprise from development to operations to production.
We are seeking a highly skilled Deployment Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in streamlining and optimizing our agent deployment processes. This role will focus on developing automated systems and tools that empower our clients to seamlessly deploy and manage our agents within their diverse environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong DevOps background, extensive experience in large-scale deployment methodologies, and a deep understanding of containerization, orchestration, and configuration management tools, coupled with a passion for creating developer-friendly solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal agent teams and external clients to understand deployment challenges and develop effective, scalable, and automated solutions
  • Design and implement automation strategies, tools, and frameworks to simplify and accelerate agent deployments, reducing friction and improving efficiency for our clients
  • Provide expert guidance on containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS, GKS), and configuration management tools (Helm, potentially Ansible, Chef, or Puppet), ensuring seamless integration with client environments
  • Develop and maintain deployment scripts, pipelines, and APIs using Bash, Python, Golang, and potentially PowerShell, ensuring seamless integration, customization, and ease of use for developers
  • Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues in a timely and efficient manner, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal performance for our clients
  • Stay abreast of emerging DevOps technologies and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities for innovation and improvement in our deployment automation solutions
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including developers, clients, and internal teams

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in DevOps engineering, with a focus on deployment automation, optimization, and developer tooling
  • Strong scripting and programming skills in Bash, Python, Golang, or other relevant languages
  • In-depth knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their deployment services (ECS and similar)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues effectively
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, balancing individual initiative with collaborative problem-solving
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with configuration management tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
  • Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and tools like Terraform
  • Understanding of security best practices in DevOps environments
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment
  • Experience with REST APIs and CLI development
  • Passion for creating developer-friendly tools and automation solutions