Head of DevSecOps-Fintech



Career Shop Kenya

Job Description :

Head of DevSecOps – Fintech


Location: Nairobi
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: Group CTO

Are you a seasoned DevSecOps leader with a passion for secure, scalable, cloud-native infrastructure? Our client, a reputable Payment Services Provider, is hiring a Head of DevSecOps to spearhead the security and scalability of their software development and operations lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead deployment and optimization of Terraform, Kubernetes (AKS), Flux, GitHub Actions, and GCP.
  • Design secure multi-cloud environments and virtual network architectures.
  • Oversee virtual machines & virtual networks for high availability and compliance.
  • Automate DevSecOps pipelines with GitHub Actions and CI/CD best practices.
  • Monitor cloud costs and observability to enhance system performance.
  • Implement security throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) — from code reviews to VAPT.
  • Lead incident response and security monitoring across platforms.
  • Develop security policies, procedures, and compliance measures.
  • Mentor the DevSecOps team and champion a culture of security awareness.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in DevOps and/or cybersecurity.
  • Proven leadership in DevSecOps, especially with Terraform, Kubernetes, AKS, GCP, and GitHub Actions.
  • Deep understanding of virtual networks, containers, and cloud-native infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience with security tools (vulnerability scanners, SIEM, IDS/IPS, etc.).
  • Strong scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and container orchestration.
  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or Security+ are an added advantage.
  • Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and application to: 
Subject line: Head of DevSecOps
Important: Indicate Current & Expected Salary in your application.

Job Overview

Company:
Career Shop Kenya
Posted On:
7 May 2025
Location:
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Job Category:
Information Technology (IT)
Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Employment Type:
Full Time
Experience:
7 Years
Salary:
300,000-400,000
Closing Date:
2025-05-20