Defense Software Engineer — On-site in Stafford (Secret)

Alexandria Insights, Inc.; Boswell's Corner (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria Insights is seeking mid- to senior-level Software Engineers to support a Marine Corps acquisition program in Stafford, Virginia. The role involves software development and technical evaluation for systems that integrate hardware, software, and cybersecurity considerations across the full acquisition lifecycle. This on-site position requires U.S.

citizenship and a DoD Secret security clearance. The work emphasizes secure coding, lifecycle documentation, and collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• 5–9 years for mid-level; 10+ years for senior-level.
• Experience with software development, lifecycle documentation, and defense acquisition.
• Familiarity with SVDs, CDRLs, and systems that integrate hardware and software.
• Understanding of DoD cybersecurity frameworks and Cloud IL requirements.
• Proficiency with Git, Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate Software Version Descriptions (SVDs).
• Support software requirements within system-level software and hardware specifications.
• Apply secure coding practices and address vulnerabilities per STIG and RMF guidance.
• Review original equipment manufacturer's CDRLs and software documentation.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including ICDs, development plans, and test procedures.
• Participate in Integrated Product Teams and contribute to technical discussions and reviews.
• Analyze software integration, interoperability, and cybersecurity impacts.
• Support planning for cloud-hosted solutions with awareness of DoD IL2–IL5.
• Coordinate with acquisition, engineering, cybersecurity, test, and operational stakeholders to resolve issues and prepare software for delivery.

Skills

Software lifecycle experience

Defense acquisition knowledge

Cybersecurity awareness

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field

Tools

Git

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alexandria Insights is seeking mid- to senior-level Software Engineers to support a Marine Corps acquisition program in Stafford, Virginia. The role involves software development and technical evaluation for systems that integrate hardware, software, and cybersecurity considerations across the full acquisition lifecycle. This on-site position requires U.S.

citizenship and a DoD Secret security clearance. The work emphasizes secure coding, lifecycle documentation, and collaboration across