{"id":228033,"date":"2023-04-25T08:57:15","date_gmt":"2023-04-25T08:57:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/?p=228033"},"modified":"2024-03-21T05:48:20","modified_gmt":"2024-03-21T05:48:20","slug":"devsecops-engineer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become DevSecOps Engineer-DevSecOps Career Path"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>DevSecOps, a rising field, has the spotlight on a security philosophy integrated along the application lifecycle, ensuring better and more secure code that can be delivered faster. Due to this, companies increasingly recruit skilled DevSecOps engineers to their teams. In this write-up, we will explain the career path that DevSecOps holds for the future and how one can become a skilled DevSecOps engineer, providing future insight into the domain for aspiring and current IT\u00a0 security professionals.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-229082\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DevSecOps-Engineer-1.png\" alt=\"DevSecOps Engineer\" width=\"701\" height=\"1179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DevSecOps-Engineer-1.png 701w, https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DevSecOps-Engineer-1-480x807.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 701px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 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DevSecOps Career Path<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#DevSecOps_Engineer_Skills\" title=\"DevSecOps Engineer Skills\">DevSecOps Engineer Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#DevSecOps_Engineer_Roles_and_Responsibilities\" title=\"DevSecOps Engineer Roles and Responsibilities\">DevSecOps Engineer Roles and Responsibilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#DevSecOps_Engineer_Requirements\" title=\"DevSecOps Engineer Requirements\">DevSecOps Engineer Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#How_to_Become_a_DevSecOps_Engineer\" title=\"How to Become a DevSecOps Engineer?\">How to Become a DevSecOps Engineer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#Learning_Resources_for_DevSecOps\" title=\"Learning Resources for DevSecOps\">Learning Resources for DevSecOps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#DevSecOps_Tools_and_Technologies\" title=\"DevSecOps Tools and Technologies\">DevSecOps Tools and Technologies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#What_Does_a_DevSecOps_Engineer_Do\" title=\"What Does a DevSecOps Engineer Do?\">What Does a DevSecOps Engineer Do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#Challenges_Faced_by_DevSecOps_Engineers\" title=\"Challenges Faced by DevSecOps Engineers\">Challenges Faced by DevSecOps Engineers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#DevSecOps_Engineer-_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"DevSecOps Engineer-\u00a0Frequently Asked Questions\">DevSecOps Engineer-\u00a0Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#What_is_the_difference_between_a_DevOps_engineer_and_a_DevSecOps_engineer\" title=\" \nWhat is the difference between a DevOps engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?\"> \nWhat is the difference between a DevOps engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#What_is_the_difference_between_a_cybersecurity_engineer_and_a_DevSecOps_engineer\" title=\"What is the difference between a cybersecurity engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?\">What is the difference between a cybersecurity engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#Is_DevSecOps_a_good_career_and_is_it_in_demand\" title=\"Is DevSecOps a good career, and is it in demand?\">Is DevSecOps a good career, and is it in demand?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#What_is_the_goal_of_a_DevSecOps_engineer\" title=\"What is the goal of a DevSecOps engineer?\">What is the goal of a DevSecOps engineer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#What_is_a_Certified_DevSecOps_Engineer\" title=\"What is a Certified DevSecOps Engineer?\">What is a Certified DevSecOps Engineer?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-engineer\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_DevSecOps_Engineer\"><\/span><b>What is a DevSecOps Engineer?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A DevSecOps Engineer is a security professional responsible for ensuring comprehensive and effective integration by the security team within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The task is, therefore, to find the possible vulnerabilities that security might have: either a technique or a strategy to mitigate the possible risks, in order for the risks of those vulnerabilities not to materialize.<\/p>\n<p>The DevSecOps engineers are among those who look for, apply security controls to, and assure that the work done conforms to the appropriate high security standards and regulations. He is, in other words, the most important professional who makes sure the security is upfront of the SDLC.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_DevSecOps_Career_Path\"><\/span><b>Introduction to DevSecOps Career Path<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevOps is a practical approach for delivering reliable software quickly, but security is often left as an afterthought. DevSecOps integrates security as an essential component of the SDLC, distributing security responsibilities amongst team members and encouraging a &#8220;Security as Code&#8221; culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_DevSecOps_Career_Path\"><\/span><b>The DevSecOps Career Path<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>DevSecOps is a professional career that starts from software development. Most of the engineers in the DevSecOps field started in software development (or) system administration, then later these professionals would be transitioned into DevSecOps. Another related certification is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/certified-devsecops-professional\/\">Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)<\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/certified-devsecops-expert\/\">Certified DevSecOps Expert (CDE)<\/a>. If you&#8217;re someone who is looking for a high leadership level certification in DevSecOps\u00a0 then you can take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/certified-devsecops-leader\/\">Certified DevSecOps Leader certification (CDL)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a brief overview of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/learning-path\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps Career Path<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DevSecOps_Engineer_Skills\"><\/span><b>DevSecOps Engineer Skills<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To become a pro-DevSecOps engineer in 2024, aspiring individuals must have different technical and soft skills in combination. Right below, we have listed out the best DevSecOps Engineer skills that are required:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong understanding of security concepts, including threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge of the SDLC and experience integrating security best practices at every process stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages like Python and PowerShell.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding cloud security principles, including secure architecture design and configuration management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge of container security principles, such as Docker and Kubernetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with DevOps practices, such as continuous integration and delivery (CI\/CD) and infrastructure as code (IaC).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with various compliance frameworks and regulations: PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good analytical problem-solving skills to scrutinize and solve very intricate security problems with effective solutions.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to work cohesively with cross-functional teams and possess good communication skills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passionate about continued learning and being aware of current security trends and technologies.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DevSecOps_Engineer_Roles_and_Responsibilities\"><\/span><b>DevSecOps Engineer Roles and Responsibilities<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps engineer roles and responsibilities are various tasks, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Integrating security features in the software development life cycle.<\/li>\n<li>Identification and probable security risks, with their mitigating strategies.<\/li>\n<li>Implementation of security controls.<\/li>\n<li>Monitoring of the threat to security.<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring regulatory compliances for standards of security.<\/li>\n<li>Proficient in uniting cross-functional teams and communicating clearly, while fervently pursuing knowledge of the latest trends and technologies in security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DevSecOps_Engineer_Requirements\"><\/span><b>DevSecOps Engineer Requirements<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps engineer requirements are several, and some of them are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early detection of security vulnerabilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faster deployment of secure software<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Enhanced collaboration among development, security, security, and operations teams.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">By following better compliance with security standards and regulations<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greater visibility into security risks and threats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Become_a_DevSecOps_Engineer\"><\/span><b>How to Become a DevSecOps Engineer?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To be a DevSecOps Engineer, one should have a strong basis in software development and principles of security. For example, some would be computer science, information technology, or any other degree-related stream from a relevant field. The same would stand you in good stead, for example, certifications like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/certified-devsecops-professional\/\">Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)<\/a> in the area of shows off your security knowledge.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/top-10-best-devsecops-books-for-cybersecurity-enthusiasts\/\">Best DevSecOps Books<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learning_Resources_for_DevSecOps\"><\/span><b>Learning Resources for DevSecOps<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several resources are available for anyone interested in learning more about DevSecOps.The right DevSecOps Career Path to Becoming a Skilled DevSecOps engineer includes the aspiring individual equipping himself with essential tools.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the resources you can use to pave your way to becoming a DevSecOps engineer, Namely:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Git (Version Control System)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CI\/CD ( Continuous Integration and Delivery)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artifact management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infrastructure as Code(Configuration management tools)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Do not feel overwhelmed! Initially, you only have to build a basic understanding of these tools.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is the link to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-university\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">List of Videos, Tutorials, Blogs, Hands-on labs, or Online playgrounds <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you can use to pave your way to becoming a DevSecOps Engineer.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DevSecOps_Tools_and_Technologies\"><\/span><b>DevSecOps Tools and Technologies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps engineers will be armed with a large variety of tools and technologies that they will apply to their work. They typically work within an environment that is supported by automated testing tools in the case of potential security vulnerability areas. Below is a list of Top 6 best tools and technologies used by DevSecOps professionals are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jenkins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GitLab<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Docker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kubernetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ansible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terraform<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-tools\/\">Best DevSecOps Tools in 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_a_DevSecOps_Engineer_Do\"><\/span><b>What Does a DevSecOps Engineer Do?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps engineers are required to be capable of efficiently implementing a range of DevSecOps best practices, including:<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Build in security early and often within the SDLC, so each of the phases identifies and mitigates the risks in the process.<\/li>\n<li>Cultivate a security culture within the organization: every stakeholder should know their responsibilities.<\/li>\n<li>The idea is that you should automate everything in the security testing and deployment process that you can possibly automate, as more likely to be driven by human error.<\/li>\n<li>Take a security risk-based approach, focusing on all important but most critical assets and vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<li>To leverage IaC (infrastructure as a code) in a more consistent and efficient way to put up secure environments.<\/li>\n<li>Security is to be regularly assessed, and penetration testing should help in identifying any exposure for the improvement of security posture.<\/li>\n<li>Help in sharing knowledge and best practices between the security, development, and operation teams to achieve true collaboration. Monitor the environment from any security threat and respond promptly to incidents or breaches.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize a security-centric DevOps toolchain to integrate security testing, deployment, and processes smoothly.<\/li>\n<li>Integration of security into the SDLC will ensure developed software complies with some security standards and regulations, for example, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read, <strong>Must Know<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/devsecops-interview-questions\/\">DevSecOps Engineer Interview Questions<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_Faced_by_DevSecOps_Engineers\"><\/span><b>Challenges Faced by DevSecOps Engineers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps engineers face several challenges, including<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep up with new security threats and vulnerabilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balancing security against development pace while ensuring compliance with the standard and regulation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work harmoniously with developers and other stakeholders to manage complexity in cloud environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DevSecOps_Engineer-_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>DevSecOps Engineer-\u00a0Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_a_DevOps_engineer_and_a_DevSecOps_engineer\"><\/span><strong><br \/>\nWhat is the difference between a DevOps engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A DevOps engineer focuses on integrating development, operations, and quality assurance processes, while a DevSecOps engineer incorporates security practices into the DevOps workflow.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_a_cybersecurity_engineer_and_a_DevSecOps_engineer\"><\/span><strong>What is the difference between a cybersecurity engineer and a DevSecOps engineer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A cybersecurity engineer protects systems and responds to threats, whereas a DevSecOps engineer integrates security into the software development process, ensuring secure application delivery.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_DevSecOps_a_good_career_and_is_it_in_demand\"><\/span><strong>Is DevSecOps a good career, and is it in demand?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, DevSecOps does make a promising career. But, hand in hand, with the increasing demand for secure software, the number of jobs is also increasing, which focuses on professionals who can deliver a balance between development, operations, and security.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/why-devsecops-is-a-good-career-option\/\">Why DevSecOps Engineer is a Promising Career.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_goal_of_a_DevSecOps_engineer\"><\/span><strong>What is the goal of a DevSecOps engineer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aim of a DevSecOps engineer is to inculcate security in the process: safe coding practices and the most important cultural change to the culture of security awareness and working with collaboration. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Certified_DevSecOps_Engineer\"><\/span><strong>What is a Certified DevSecOps Engineer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified DevSecOps Engineer is an experienced person who will be responsible for integrating the industry best security practice into DevOps pipelines.\u00a0 They are able to perform secure coding practices, security testing, and risk assessment to enable the betterment of enterprise security posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DevSecOps is one of the fundamental practices for organizations running software applications. However, being a good DevSecOps engineer would mean understanding the basic principles of software development and security. As you knew, in the DevSecOps world, we need to\u00a0 keep continuous learning about emerging technologies and getting to know the latest security threats in the current market.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The DevSecOps field is projected to experience rapid growth, with revenues exceeding $17.24 Billion by 2028!<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practical DevSecOps offers an excellent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/certified-devsecops-expert\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> course with hands-on training through browser-based labs, 24\/7 instructor support, and the best learning resources to up skill in DevSecOps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start your journey towards becoming a skilled DevSecOps engineer <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devsecops.ltd\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practical DevSecOps<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DevSecOps, a rising field, has the spotlight on a security philosophy integrated along the application lifecycle, ensuring better and more secure code that can be delivered faster. Due to this, companies increasingly recruit skilled DevSecOps engineers to their teams. 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