About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The DevSecOps Engineer CI/CD & Application Security focuses on embedding application security and cloud security controls directly into CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows. This role drives shiftleft security by designing implementing and operating automated security guardrails across source code build and deployment pipelines in cloud-native environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design implement and operate application security controls integrated into CI/CD pipelines ensuring secure software delivery by default.
• Embed automated AppSec checks across code dependencies builds and deployment workflows aligned with shiftleft principles.
• Define and maintain secure CI/CD reference architectures and patterns for enterprise cloud-native applications.
• Partner with engineering teams to integrate security seamlessly into developer workflows minimizing friction and manual intervention.
• Develop reusable pipeline templates policy controls and automation to scale AppSec and DevSecOps practices across teams.
• Secure pipeline infrastructure and credentials protecting against build manipulation secret leakage and provenance risks.
• Integrate CI/CD security findings with broader application and cloud security monitoring workflows.
• Investigate and respond to application and pipeline-related security findings partnering with Security Operations as required.
• Contribute to cloud security posture by aligning pipeline and application controls with cloud security best practices.
• Embed security controls for AI/ML and GenAI workloads within CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows.
• Define and enforce secure usage patterns for LLMs and AI services including prompt handling data protection and model access controls.
• Implement safeguards against AI-specific threats including prompt injection model poisoning data leakage and insecure model outputs.
• Integrate AI security scanning and validation into build pipelines ensuring safe model usage and dependency integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish secure-by-design AI application architectures.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise Responsible AI policies (data privacy bias management model governance).
• Secure AI-related secrets tokens and API access used in pipelines and applications.
• Monitor and respond to security risks introduced by AI/ML components including third-party models and APIs.
• Contribute to AI risk governance auditability and traceability across the SDLC.
• Stay current on emerging AI security threats vulnerabilities and regulatory expectations.
• Author documentation standards and training to drive developer adoption of secure CI/CD and AppSec practices.
• Continuously evaluate emerging application security and software supply chain threats and improve controls accordingly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Cybersecurity Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 36 years of experience in DevSecOps Application Security or Platform Security roles.
• Strong hands-on experience securing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Jenkins and Azure DevOps.
• Solid understanding of application security concepts (secure coding dependency risk pipeline hardening secrets management).
• Foundational understanding of AI/ML and Generative AI concepts including LLMs and model lifecycle.
• Knowledge of AI/ML security risks such as prompt injection data poisoning model evasion and data leakage.
• Experience integrating AI or ML components into applications or pipelines (preferred hands-on exposure).
• Familiarity with Responsible AI principles and AI governance frameworks.
• Experience implementing shiftleft AppSec controls in modern SDLCs.
• Experience working in cloud environments (Azure AWS or GCP).
• Proficiency with scripting or programming languages (Python Go Java etc.).
• Familiarity with containerized build and deployment models.
• Strong understanding of software supply chain security risks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with policyascode and automated security governance
• Knowledge of Kubernetes container security and cloud-native application architectures
• Experience integrating AppSec signals into enterprise security platforms

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $125000 to $165000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location as well as experience level skill set training licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees please click here.

Whats In It For You

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity Discovery Partnership

Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

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