Cyber Software Engineer

Actalent; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Manassas, VA is seeking a Cyber Software Engineer to build secure cyber software for DoD systems. You will design and deploy scalable microservices in Linux-based, containerized environments, using Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration.

You will work on networking, performance optimization, and cyber analysis with C++ and/or Java, in collaboration with cross-functional teams across the software lifecycle. This is a contract role onsite in Manassas, VA.

Qualifications

• DoD Interim Secret Clearance required ( U.S. Citizenship )
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with C++ and/or Java development
• Experience with parallelization and performance optimization
• Strong networking fundamentals
• Proficiency in containerized application development
• Hands-on Linux container management
• Understanding of microservice architectures
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline design and implementation
• Familiarity with Kubernetes lifecycle tools
• Direct experience developing and debugging applications on Kubernetes
• Knowledge of network reconnaissance techniques
• Experience in analyzing and securing embedded systems/devices

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure software applications using C++ and/or Java.
• Build and optimize high-performance systems leveraging parallelization techniques.
• Develop and deploy containerized applications within Linux environments.
• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions.
• Integrate and manage services within Kubernetes environments.
• Analyze network traffic and support cyber capabilities such as packet inspection and reconnaissance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the full software lifecycle from development through deployment.
• Debug and enhance applications directly in container orchestration environments.

Skills

DoD clearance

C++/Java

Parallelization

Networking

Containers on Linux

Microservices

CI/CD

Kubernetes lifecycles

Kubernetes development

Network reconnaissance

Embedded security

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Boost.Asio

gRPC

Pcap++

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Cyber Software Engineer to develop secure, high-performance cyber software solutions that support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) systems. You will work within Linux-based, containerized environments to design and deploy scalable microservices, focusing on networking, performance optimization, and cyber analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure software applications using C++ and/or Java.

• Build and optimize high-performance systems leveraging parallelization techniques.

• Develop and deploy containerized applications within Linux environments.

• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions.

• Integrate and manage services within Kubernetes environments.

• Analyze network traffic and support cyber capabilities such as packet inspection and reconnaissance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the full software lifecycle from development through deployment.

• Debug and enhance applications directly in container orchestration environments.

Essential Skills

• Ability to obtain a DoD Interim Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience with C++ and/or Java development.

• Experience with parallelization and performance optimization.

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals.

• Proficiency in containerized application development.

• Hands-on experience running and managing containers on Linux distributions.

• Understanding of microservice architectures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipeline design and implementation.

• Familiarity with tools for managing Kubernetes application lifecycles.

• Direct experience developing and debugging applications on Kubernetes.

• Knowledge of network reconnaissance techniques.

• Experience with network traffic analysis and deep packet inspection.

• Familiarity with tools/libraries such as Boost Asio, gRPC, and Pcap++.

• Experience in analyzing and securing embedded systems/devices.

Work Environment

The work environment involves Linux-based development ecosystems, containerized infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes, and Agile/DevSecOps workflows. You will be part of mission-driven DoD cyber programs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $85.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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