Cyber Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); Presencial; USD 77.000 - 163.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Nightwing seeks a Software Developer to support a U.S. Government mission, focusing on end-to-end software development, service integrations, and secure deployment pipelines. The role requires strong Python and Linux capabilities, plus hands-on experience with containers and IaC.

The ideal candidate will design, test, and deploy software across on‑premise and cloud tools, using OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible, while collaborating with remote teams and customers.

Formación

• BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma with 7–9 years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience with secure software development lifecycle and code versioning/maintenance.
• Knowledge of software automation and RESTful architectures.

Responsabilidades

• Design, troubleshoot, and implement software code for end-to-end development and service integrations.
• Troubleshoot production problems related to software applications and pipeline workflows.
• Automate deployments, testing, and builds using IaC toolings including Ansible, Terraform, Git-CI, and others.
• Establish optimal configurations for COTS, GOTS, and open source technologies for mission needs.
• Navigate Linux and container-heavy environments including OpenShift, RHEL, Alma, and Docker.

Conocimientos

Python

Linux

RESTful API

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

Educación

BS Computer Science/Engineering or related

Herramientas

Ansible

Terraform

Git-CI

CloudFormation

Descripción del empleo

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.