AQ Operational Systems Engineer

Probity Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an AQ Operational Systems Engineer to design and maintain software capabilities essential for operations. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret clearance and possess a Bachelor’s in a technical field with at least 15 years of experience. Key skills include server-side scripting in languages like Python and Perl, Linux expertise, and SQL familiarity. The role demands strong communication abilities and adaptability to shifting requirements, making it ideal for proactive individuals excited to contribute to mission success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in a relevant technical field.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.
• 5+ years of experience in developing scripts and applications for Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain mission-focused software capabilities.
• Prepare, process, and deliver data for high-impact operations.
• Adapting to evolving operational requirements.

Skills

Server-side scripting

Software development

Data handling and processing

Linux command-line

Script development

SQL querying

Communication and interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical discipline

Tools

Linux

Perl

Python

Bash scripting

Ruby

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Position: AQ Operational Systems Engineer

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires an ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance. To be considered for this position, you MUST have an ACTIVE Clearance Level of Top Secret/SCI

Position Code:06-SE0326-1

Responsibilities

• Skilled in server-side scripting and software development with flexibility to adapt to ever-evolving operational and data driven requirements
• Use advanced technical skills to design, develop, enhance, and maintain new and existing mission-focused software capabilities that directly support operations
• Develop scripts to prepare, process, package and deliver data from the request stage to the post-operational phase for a high-impact operation

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Engineering), with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in a relevant technical field to the position
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
• 5+ years’ experience developing scripts and applications for Linux and familiarity with the Linux command-line environment
• 5+ years’ professional experience, with at least one server-side programming/scripting language such as Perl, Python, Bash scripting or Ruby
• Full lifecycle software development experience
• Experience in automated software testing and debugging
• Experience with configuring Linux servers
• Ability to research, identify, and test technology products
• Familiarity with SQL queries and database engines such as My SQL or PostgreSQL
• Strong initiative – able to design and communicate solutions form state high level objectives
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work across organizational boundaries
• Flexibility – works well both independently and within a team
• Detail oriented, organized, able to multitask and adaptable to shifting requirements; eager to learn

Desired Requirements

• Experience with penetration testing
• Familiarity with big data solutions such as ELK (Elastic Search, LogStash, Kibana)
• Experience with Web framework development tools and web technologies
• Cybersecurity experience such as authentication design, secure coding best practices
• 1-3 years of experience in other programming languages