Cyber Software Engineer

Synergy ECP; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy ECP is seeking a Cyber Software Engineer to join a rapid prototyping group focused on secure computing. You will develop proofs of concept, write and test software, and contribute to architecture across layers while maintaining documentation and reports for stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a technical field, 2–4 years of software development experience, strong C/C++, and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance. Collaboration and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• 2-4 years professional software development experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• Experience writing, testing, and debugging software
• Experience with version control, issue tracking, and documentation tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong knowledge of C/C++

Responsibilities

• Build proofs of concept for one-of-a-kind capabilities
• Perform peer testing and code review
• Troubleshoot and debug issues
• Contribute to all levels of the architecture
• Maintain technical documentation
• Develop a familiarity with new tools and best practices
• Collaborate with team to author technical reports and demonstrate capabilities to both internal and external stakeholders

Skills

C/C++

Version control

Documentation tools

Communication skills

Independent and collaborative work

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or another technical field

Tools

Docker

Jenkins

Job description

Cyber Software Engineer (Software Engineer labor categories) Can start without a clearance, but must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Full-time Description Cyber Software Engineer (Software Engineer labor categories) Can start without a clearance, but must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Research and develop innovative solutions for a best-in-class secure computing environment as part of a highly adaptable rapid prototyping group.

• Build proofs of concept for one-of-a-kind capabilities
• Perform peer testing and code review
• Troubleshoot and debug issues
• Contribute to all levels of the architecture
• Maintain technical documentation
• Develop a familiarity with new tools and best practices
• Collaborate with team to author technical reports and demonstrate capabilities to both internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or another technical field
• 2-4 years professional software development experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• Experience writing, testing, and debugging software
• Experience with version control, issue tracking, and documentation tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong knowledge of C/C++

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Other Requirement: US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems
• Linux development experience at user and kernel levels
• Experience modifying and compiling large open-source codebases
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
• Experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins
• CompTIA Security+ certification

About Us

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security. In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our Employees, to our Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP). It's what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results-showing we're ready to meet our customers' evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services.

Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.