Cyber Software Engineer II

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 101,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Software Engineer II – Cyber Automation & Tools to develop automation scripts and tools for cyber, software assurance, and maintenance workflows. The role emphasizes Linux, Python, Bash, and CI/CD integration, with a focus on automating repetitive tasks and improving system reliability.

Ideal candidates have a strong software fundamentals background, experience with source code security scanning, and the ability to work across software, systems, cyber, and test teams in

Qualifications

• Strong Linux experience including administration, troubleshooting, and shell scripting.
• Proficiency building automation tools with Python and Bash.
• Experience with security scanning or software assurance tools.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, debug, and maintain automation tools and scripts for cyber, software assurance, and maintenance workflows.
• Develop Python and Bash tools for Linux development, lab, and system environments.
• Integrate security scanning tools into CI/CD for visibility and repeatability.

Skills

Linux

Python

Bash

Automation tools

CI/CD

Security scanning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering / computer science

Tools

Fortify

SonarQube

Coverity

Job description

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job description:

Job ID: 115069

Location: Germantown, MD

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies

Schedule: 9/80

Shift: First

About the Role:

DRS RADA Technologies is seeking a full-time, on-site Software Engineer II – Cyber Automation & Tools to build automation tools and scripts that support cyber, software assurance, system remediation, recovery, and maintenance workflows. This hands‑on role is ideal for an engineer with strong Linux, Python, and Bash skills who enjoys turning recurring manual processes into reliable tools, scripts, CI/CD steps, and documented workflows. Prior radar or defense experience is helpful but not required; we value strong software fundamentals, practical automation skills, and the ability to learn complex technical domains.

What You Will Do:

• Build, test, debug, and maintain automation tools and scripts that support cyber, software assurance, system scanning, remediation, recovery, and maintenance workflows.
• Develop tools primarily in Python and Bash for Linux-based development, lab, and system environments.
• Support source code security scanning and software assurance activities using Fortify, SonarQube, Coverity, or equivalent tools.
• Integrate security scanning and automation tools into CI/CD workflows to improve visibility, repeatability, and early issue detection.
• Help triage scan results, identify repeatable remediation patterns, and automate common fixes where practical.
• Apply those tools in support of installation, troubleshooting, remediation, recovery, and maintenance activities for mission‑critical systems.
• Work with software, systems, cyber, integration, and test engineers to improve consistency, repeatability, and visibility across technical workflows.
• Document scripts, tools, procedures, and recovery steps so they can be reused and maintained by the broader team.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related technical field, plus at least two years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
• Strong hands‑on Linux experience, including administration, troubleshooting, shell scripting, and working in Linux‑based development or lab environments.
• Proficiency building automation tools or scripts using Python and Bash.
• Experience supporting system installation, troubleshooting, remediation, recovery, or maintenance activities.
• Experience with, or exposure to, source code security scanning or software assurance tools such as Fortify, SonarQube, Coverity, or equivalent tools.
• Ability to translate technical requirements and recurring manual processes into scripts, tools, CI/CD steps, or documented workflows.
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts, Windows administration, PowerShell, system‑hardening practices, Docker, or vulnerability scanning is helpful but not required.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work across software, systems, cyber, integration, and test disciplines.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

What This Role Is Not:

• This is not a general software test automation role. While you may work with test teams and CI/CD workflows, the primary focus is cyber, software assurance, remediation, recovery, and repeatable system‑maintenance automation.
• This is not a cyber analyst, incident response, or threat‑hunting role. The work is focused on building and improving tools, scripts, workflows, and automation that support cyber and software assurance activities.
• This is not a Windows‑only administration role. Windows knowledge is useful, but the primary technical center of gravity is Linux‑based automation using Python and Bash.
• This is not a remote position. This full‑time role is based on‑site in Germantown, Maryland, where close collaboration with software, systems, cyber, integration, and test teams is essential.
• This is not work performed in isolation. You will work within a cross‑functional team and contribute to workflows that improve the security, maintainability, and repeatability of mission‑critical defense systems.

What We Bring:

At DRS RADA Technologies, your work supports technologies that help protect military personnel, critical infrastructure, and communities around the world. You will join a mission‑driven team developing advanced radar technology that supports system performance and real‑world defense applications.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a company contribution to a health savings account; telemedicine; life and disability insurance; legal insurance; and a 401(k) savings plan. We invest in employee well‑being, career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement, and offer a flexible 9/80 schedule, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

At DRS RADA Technologies, your work supports technologies that help protect military personnel, critical infrastructure, and communities around the world. You will join a mission‑driven team developing advanced radar technology that supports system performance and real‑world defense applications.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a company contribution to a health savings account; telemedicine; life and disability insurance; legal insurance; and a 401(k) savings plan. We invest in employee well‑being, career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement, and offer a flexible 9/80 schedule, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $101,098.00-$131,427.00. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance‑based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non‑exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state‑mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We offer:

Competitive salary and benefits, 401k, Paid Paternity Leave, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Tuition Reimbursement, 9/80 schedule