DevSecOps Engineer

DevSecOps Engineer – Rotterdam – ALTEN Netherlands

The Position

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a DevSecOps Engineer to join our team and contribute to ongoing client projects in Rotterdam.

As a DevSecOps Engineer, your main tasks will include:

• Embed security directly into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
• Automate security testing using SAST, DAST, and vulnerability scanning tools
• Collaborate with developers to build secure-by-default pipelines
• Implement and improve security baselines (e.g., CIS benchmarks) and best practices
• Promote “shift-left” security principles, integrating testing early and often
• Analyse results from tools like OWASP ZAP, Nexus, and others, and translate findings into actionable improvements

Your Profile

• Fluency in Dutch is required for this role
• Completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or similar
• 3-5 years of experience in DevSecOps, Application Security, or Security Engineering roles
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining secure CI/CD pipelines at scale
• In-depth knowledge of secure coding practices, vulnerability management, and “shift-left” security
• Experience with a range of security tooling and techniques (e.g., container scanning, SBOMs, secrets management)
• Strong cloud security understanding (AWS, Azure, or GCP) including IAM, workload protection, etc.

Working conditions

• You get a permanent contract
• You get a lease car with a fuel card
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Monthly net expense allowance
• 27 vacation days with the possibility to purchase 10 extra vacation days
• Pension scheme without personal contribution

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects Across Key Industries: Contribute to meaningful initiatives in sectors like defence, transport, telecom, and finance, where your expertise makes a real impact.
• A Broad Range of Clients: Collaborate with both major companies and smaller players, offering you rich and varied professional experiences.
• Focus on Career Development: Grow your skills through continuous training, industry events, and daily collaboration with top experts in your field.
• A Culture of Innovation & Teamwork: Thrive in an environment that values creativity, encourages knowledge-sharing, and promotes collaborative success.

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, supporting top-tier clients in their innovation and R&D strategies. With over 57,000 employees in more than 30 countries, we operate across diverse sectors such as aerospace, automotive, telecom, finance, energy, and life sciences.

ALTEN Netherlands is a key entity within the ALTEN Group, with offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen and Amstelveen. Our 550+ consultants deliver high-value solutions in Technology and IT. For over 20 years in the Netherlands, we have contributed to impactful projects in high-tech, defence, transport, telecom, and finance, supporting companies in their technological transformation.

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