Cyber Software Engineer

Nightwing Technologies, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing Technologies, LLC is seeking a Software Developer to support a critical U.S. Government mission.

You will design, troubleshoot, and implement software across on-prem and cloud environments, automate deployments, and integrate new tools with a focus on security and reliability. Candidates should have 4+ years of development experience, strong Python/Linux skills, and hands-on work with Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred.
• 4+ years of directly relevant applications development experience.
• Proficiency with Python and Linux terminals.
• Experience with secure software development lifecycle and code versioning/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Design, troubleshoot, and implement software for end-to-end development and service integrations.
• Automate deployments, testing, and builds using IaC toolings.
• Research, test, and integrate new products based on user and mission requirements.
• Collaborate with customers in project environments and ensure quality through pipelines.

Skills

Python

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

RESTful API

CI/CD

IaC

Data ETL

Cloud (AWS)

Education

BS in CS/CE/ISE or related

HS Diploma + 7-9 years experience

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Git-CI

Terraform

Ansible

Redshift

CloudFormation

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.Nightwing is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. Nightwing is seeking a Software Developer to support this critical customer mission.Responsibilities:Designing, troubleshooting, and implementing software code for end-to-end software development and service integrationsDesigns, develops, enhances, debugs, integrates, and implements software stacks for on premise and cloud based tools and servicesTroubleshoots production problems related to software applications and pipeline workflowsResearches, tests, builds, and coordinates the integration of new products based on user and mission requirementsInitiates action for evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing toolsAutomate deployments, testing, and builds using IaC toolings including Ansible, Terraform, Git-CI, and othersImplements recommendations for improving documentation and development process standardsEnsures quality control of all developed and modified prototype software through rigorous staged testing and pipelinesEstablish optimal configurations and tunings for COTS, GOTS, and open source technologies pertaining to mission needs and project baselinesNavigate and work within linux and container heavy environments including Openshift, RHEL, Alma, and DockerRequired Skills/Clearances:U.S. CitizenshipMust have an active Secret clearance; TS/SCI is preferredMust be able to obtain DHS Suitability4+ years of directly relevant experience in applications developmentKnowledge of secure software development lifecycle and code versioning and maintenanceExperience with assessing and integrating commercial off the shelf (COTS) productsKnowledge and familiarity to work with the installation, demonstration, test, validation and evaluation of new and existing software, tools, methods, and software measurement technologiesMust have operational experience with Python and Linux terminals Knowledge of software automation, application development, and RESTful architecture Knowledge of data ETL workflows for on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments Experience working and developing in/with containerization software including Kubernetes, Docker, and RedshiftExperience working with IaC including Ansible, Git-CI, Cloudformation, and TerraformMust have strong communication skills and have experience interacting and with customers directly in a project environment or technical demonstrationMust be able to work collaboratively across remote and physical locationsDesired Skills:Experience with two or more of the following: Python, JSON, Data Analytics, MongoDB, MinIO, Ansible, Vue.js, React, HTML, Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, Openshift, AWS, View Jazz Framework, Process Automation, Terraform, CI/CD knowledgeRequired Education:BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma & 7-9 years of directly relevant experience.Desired Certifications:CSSLPSec+Syndeo: ESS-3605Salary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.