Cyber Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Software Developer to support a critical government mission in Arlington, VA. You will design, implement, and integrate software for end-to-end delivery in a secure, on-site setting.

Responsibilities include automating deployments with IaC, maintaining pipelines, and ensuring robust software across Linux and container ecosystems like Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenShift. Collaboration with remote and on-site teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of directly relevant software applications development experience.
• Active Secret clearance; DHS Suitability preferred.
• Experience with containerization and cloud-native platforms.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, debug, and implement software components for end-to-end delivery.
• Automate deployments and pipelines with IaC tools.
• Collaborate across remote and on-site teams to support mission needs.
• Sustain and evaluate software across Linux, containers, and cloud environments.

Skills

Python

Linux

RESTful APIs

Containerization

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD

Education

BS Computer Science or related

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Openshift

Ansible

Terraform

Git-CI

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 integrations

• Designs, develops, enhances, debugs, integrates, and implements software stacks for on premise and cloud based tools and services * Troubleshoots production problems related to software applications and pipeline workflows * Researches, tests, builds, and coordinates the integration of new products based on user and mission requirements
• Initiates action for evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools
• Automate deployments, testing, and builds using IaC toolings including Ansible, Terraform, Git-CI, and others
• Implements recommendations for improving documentation and development process standards
• Ensures quality control of all developed and modified prototype software through rigorous staged testing and pipelines
• Establish optimal configurations and tunings for COTS, GOTS, and open source technologies pertaining to mission needs and project baselines
• Navigate and work within linux and container heavy environments including Openshift, RHEL, Alma, and Docker Required Skills/Clearances: * U.S. Citizenship
• Must have an active Secret clearance; TS/SCI is preferred
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• 4+ years of directly relevant experience in applications development * Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle and code versioning and maintenance
• Experience with assessing and integrating commercial off the shelf (COTS) products
• Knowledge and familiarity to work with the installation, demonstration, test, validation and evaluation of new and existing software, tools, methods, and software measurement technologies
• Must 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 Redshift * Experience working with IaC including Ansible, Git-CI, Cloudformation, and Terraform
• Must have strong communication skills and have experience interacting and with customers directly in a project environment or technical demonstration
• Must be able to work collaboratively across remote and physical locations Desired 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 knowledge Required 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: * CSSLP
• Sec+ Syndeo: ESS-3605 Salary & Benefits

The 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.