Safaricom PLC is hiring a DevSecOps Engineer to support secure software development, cloud infrastructure security, and automation across its technology operations.
This role is ideal for experienced DevOps and cybersecurity professionals passionate about integrating security into development pipelines and maintaining secure, scalable systems.
Job Summary
- Job Title: DevSecOps Engineer
- Company: Safaricom PLC
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Location: Nairobi
- Industry: Telecommunications / Technology / Cybersecurity
Key Responsibilities
- Integrate security practices into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows
- Automate security testing and vulnerability management processes
- Monitor cloud infrastructure and ensure secure configurations
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to improve system security
- Conduct security assessments and recommend remediation measures
- Implement DevSecOps best practices across engineering teams
- Support incident response and security monitoring activities
- Improve automation, scalability, and reliability of deployment systems
- Maintain compliance with internal security standards and policies
Requirements
- Experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, or cybersecurity engineering roles
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
- Experience with cloud platforms and container technologies
- Knowledge of security testing, vulnerability management, and compliance practices
- Familiarity with scripting and infrastructure automation tools
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ideal Candidate
- Security-focused with strong technical expertise
- Passionate about automation and cloud technologies
- Able to work in fast-paced technology environments
- Proactive and detail-oriented
About the Company
Safaricom PLC is Kenya’s leading telecommunications company, providing mobile, internet, fintech, and enterprise solutions to millions of customers across the region.