Lead DevSecOps Engineer

About Playson

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our partners with a high-end, microservice-based Platform-as-a-Service capable of processing billions of financial transactions daily. Our global infrastructure is designed for cross-regional performance, with a relentless focus on latency reduction and flawless player experience, regardless of bandwidth or connectivity.

We are now building a Platform & Cloud Security function and are looking for the first hire to launch and lead it. This is a rare opportunity to set the standards from scratch and shape how security is embedded into a modern, high-load, cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish the DevSecOps function at Playson, defining best practices and security standards across the Platform Tribe.

• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container scanning).

• Harden infrastructure and runtime environments (Linux, Docker, Kubernetes/EKS, RBAC).

• Design and enforce cloud security controls in AWS (IAM least-privilege, GuardDuty, Security Hub, encryption at rest/in transit).

• Define and maintain IaC security policies (Terraform/Terragrunt, drift detection, policy-as-code).

• Implement and manage secrets management solutions (Vault, AWS Secrets Manager).

• Build centralized security monitoring & alerting (Datadog, ELK, CloudWatch, SIEM/SOAR).

• Lead vulnerability management and threat modeling practices.

• Automate workflows through scripting (Python, Bash).

• Partner with backend, infrastructure, and platform engineers to embed security in design & delivery.

• Contribute to compliance readiness (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS).

• Act as a security subject-matter expert, mentoring engineers and raising awareness.

• Continuously evaluate and implement new security tools and approaches.

Requirements

• 5 years in Security Engineering / DevSecOps roles, with proven success delivering secure infrastructure and applications.

• Strong skills in Python and Bash for building and automating security workflows.

• Cloud Security (AWS focus) - Deep knowledge of IAM least-privilege design, encryption at rest/in transit, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and best practices for securing multi-account environments.

• Implementation of security controls in pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container image scanning, policy-as-code).

• Hardening of Linux systems, Docker, Kubernetes/EKS; strong experience with RBAC, PodSecurity/OPA/Gatekeeper/Kyverno policies.

• Terraform/Terragrunt, including policy-as-code, drift detection, and compliance enforcement.

• Expertise with HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or equivalent.

• Hands-on with centralized logging, SIEM/SOAR tools (Datadog Security, ELK, CloudWatch, etc.) and incident response workflows.

• In-depth understanding of secure network design, segmentation, and monitoring.

• Experience with tools enabling temporary, approval-based access (Teleport, AWS IAM Identity Center, Okta, etc.).

• Ability to design and enforce zero trust principles (continuous verification, microsegmentation, contextual access).

• Familiarity with SBOM generation (CycloneDX, Syft), artifact signing (Cosign, Sigstore), and applying SLSA/in-toto frameworks.

• Understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS (iGaming relevance), plus experience automating compliance checks with IaC and policy engines.

Nice to have:

• Exposure to Kafka or ClickHouse in security-sensitive environments.

• Familiarity with GitOps tooling (FluxCD/ArgoCD).

• Broader knowledge of SOC 2, HIPAA, or other regulatory frameworks.

What We Offer

• Compensation at top industry standards quarterly bonuses based on transparent evaluation.

• Remote-first flexibility and adaptable working hours.

• Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave.

• Comprehensive medical insurance (for you and your partner).

• Financial support for major life events.

• Professional growth budget for courses, training, and certifications.

Recruitment Process

1. HR Interview – 45 min

2. Hiring Manager Interview – 60 min

3. Technical Interview – 90 min

4. Final Interview with Head of Platform & CTO – 60 min

If you're ready to embrace ambitious goals and thrive in a dynamic environment,
Apply now and become part of Playson's exciting journey in the iGaming world