Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance

NS2 Mission; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NS2 Mission in Reston, VA seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, implement, and maintain cloud-enabled data integration solutions for Intelligence Community customers. You will serve as a senior technical contributor, collaborating with stakeholders and engineering teams to translate mission needs into scalable AWS-based architectures and automated ETL workflows.

Responsibilities include leading technical design discussions, producing architecture diagrams and documentation, and guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, systems integration, cloud engineering, or related programs.
• Experience designing and supporting AWS cloud environments (EC2, S3, VPC).
• Experience supporting ETL/data integration workflows (bulk and streaming).
• Experience leading technical interfaces with customers or partners.
• Strong ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with Federal Government/Intelligence Community customers.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain AWS environments using EC2, S3, VPC, Lambda and related services.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders and partners to develop scalable technical solutions.
• Support and optimize ETL processes for bulk and streaming data workflows.
• Configure and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure for mission operations.
• Lead technical discussions during customer engagements and guide implementation approaches.
• Create and maintain system architecture diagrams, docs, and procedures.
• Communicate project status to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies aligned with program goals.
• Research new technologies to improve performance, security, and operations.
• Support field deployments and travel as required.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder communication

ETL workflows

Travel readiness

Customer-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

AWS cloud environments

EC2

S3

VPC

Lambda

Job description

Join NS2 Mission and help deliver secure, mission-critical technology solutions that enable collaboration across complex operational environments. Mission is looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our team in the Reston, VA area, supporting cloud-based data integration, information sharing, and systems engineering efforts for Intelligence Community customers. In this role, you'll serve as a senior technical contributor, working directly with mission stakeholders, partner organizations, and engineering teams to design, implement, and maintain cloud-enabled solutions that facilitate secure data exchange. You'll help bridge mission requirements with technical execution, providing expertise in AWS, systems integration, automation, and technical planning while supporting high-impact initiatives across dynamic and often challenging operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain AWS environments utilizing services such as EC2, S3, VPC, Lambda, and related cloud technologies.
• Collaborate with mission stakeholders, external partners, and engineering teams to gather requirements and develop scalable technical solutions.
• Support and optimize ETL processes for both bulk and streaming data workflows.
• Configure and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure supporting mission operations.
• Serve as a technical lead during customer engagements, providing guidance on system design, integration approaches, and implementation strategies.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system architecture diagrams, operational procedures, and implementation plans.
• Communicate technical concepts and project status effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and provide recommendations to support program objectives.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend improvements that enhance system performance, security, and operational effectiveness.
• Support field deployments and customer engagements, including occasional travel to support mission requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 8+ years of experience supporting software engineering, systems integration, cloud engineering, or related technical programs.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting AWS cloud environments, including services such as EC2, S3, VPC, and related technologies.
• Experience supporting ETL processes and data integration workflows involving bulk and streaming data.
• Experience serving as a technical lead or primary technical interface with customers, stakeholders, or external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting Federal Government, Department of Defense, or Intelligence Community customers.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%, as mission needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS Lambda and serverless architectures.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows server administration and support.
• Experience implementing security best practices within cloud and on-premises environments.
• Knowledge of cloud networking technologies, VPN solutions, and secure data exchange architectures.
• Familiarity with common database technologies and data management concepts.
• Experience delivering technical solutions in operational or field environments.
• Strong customer-facing experience supporting mission stakeholders and partner organizations.

Position Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with FSP

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.

We win with inclusion NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.