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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Software Engineer - Security Release Engineering (SecRel) - **Company:** VETZ SOLUTION INC - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Programming Tools, Github, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), Octopus Deploy, Fortify (Software), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Datadog, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Software Security, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Github Enterprise, Api Gateway, Terraform, Prisma Cloud Platform, Devsecops, Docker, Static Application Security Testing - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c91e06e1e0ff2227 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. * Hands-on software development or automation experience using JavaScript and Python. * Working knowledge of Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform. * Understanding of Secure Software Development Life Cycle (Secure SDLC) methodologies, DevSecOps principles, GitOps practices, and secure software delivery. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to investigate software build, deployment, integration, and security pipeline issues. * Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across software engineering, platform, architecture, and cybersecurity teams., * Experience with CI/CD and developer tooling such as GitHub Enterprise, GitHub Actions, Argo CD, Docker, and Kubernetes environments including AKS or EKS. * Exposure to application and cloud technologies such as Java/Spring Boot, React.js, Azure, AWS, Kong API Gateway, Terraform, and Datadog. * Familiarity with SAST design, software supply chain security, or security platforms such as Fortify, Aqua Security, or Prisma Cloud; experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs or other federal healthcare environments is a plus. Security Clearance Requirements * U.S. Citizenship is required. * All selected candidates must successfully complete a background check. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Government/Public Trust clearance, including required fingerprinting, when required for the position. ## Description We are currently looking for a Junior Software Engineer - Security Release Engineering for a 100% remote position supporting a large federal government healthcare modernization project. This role will support the Security Release Engineering (SecRel) team by developing automation, integrations, APIs, and secure delivery tooling that improve developer experience, strengthen software supply chain security, and reduce manual release and compliance activities. The engineer will work across DevSecOps, GitOps, cloud-native platforms, and cybersecurity technologies. The selected candidate will work in a collaborative engineering environment alongside software engineers, architects, platform teams, and cybersecurity specialists, supporting CI/CD workflows, Kubernetes-based deployments, security validation, and automated release processes across Azure and AWS environments. The candidate must reside within the continental US. Responsibilities * Build software solutions and automation that streamline security and release engineering processes. * Develop integrations across developer platforms, source control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and application security tools. * Create and maintain APIs, scripts, and automation services that reduce manual release, security, and compliance activities. * Implement and maintain GitOps workflows supporting application and platform deployments in Kubernetes environments. * Support secure software delivery, automated compliance validation, software supply chain security, and release readiness activities. * Troubleshoot build, deployment, integration, and security pipeline issues while collaborating with engineering, platform, architecture, and cybersecurity teams. * Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Real-World Security for Busy Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1545-real-world-security-for-busy-developers) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Security Basics for Vibe Coders](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/598-security-basics-for-vibe-coders) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)