Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the role
As a Senior DevOps Engineer (Security), you will work on implementing security, cloud-based solutions for our teams. This role demands a robust understanding of zero-trust architectures, identity and access management policies, data privacy strategies, AWS and Kubernetes security. You will leverage infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Crossplane to enhance our security frameworks.
What you’ll achieve
- Develop and enforce security measures for cloud-based solutions, focusing on zero-trust architectures, identity and access management (IAM), data privacy, and Kubernetes security.
- Understand security team initiatives to implement solutions that balance security with usability.
- Review and analyze infrastructure as code (IaC) for potential risks, ensuring robustness and compliance with security standards.
- Automate security processes, including vulnerability and patch management, to enhance operational efficiencies and reduce risks.
- Support enterprise cloud security initiatives by implementing continuous monitoring and testing.
- Document the current state of the environment, perform gap analysis, and develop comprehensive reports to articulate options and recommendations for security enhancements.
- Mentor junior team members, guiding them in best practices and contributing to their professional growth regarding security.
- Proven experience as a Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or similar role.
- Strong proficiency with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Javascript, Shell, PowerShell).
- Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, AWS ECS. Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Proficiency in cloud and container security (AWS, ECS, EKS) and SAST, DAST & SIEM tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Proven expertise in designing systems that prioritize customer outcomes, leveraging fast feedback loops and iterative design.
- Familiarity with logging and monitoring tools (e.g., Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana) strongly preferred.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
- We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
- Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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