Software Engineer

Applied Network Solutions, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Medical, Dental and Vision

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) plan with company contribution

Professional Development Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Overtime sometimes paid

Job summary

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a highly capable engineer with TS/SCI clearance to design, develop, test, and secure advanced software and mathematical models. The role emphasizes strong coding skills in Python, C/C++, and Rust, plus experience with Linux environments and large-scale projects.

The position requires end-to-end development abilities, familiarity with container tech (Docker, Kubernetes) and IaC tools (Ansible), and a commitment to innovation in fast-paced cyber contexts.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS with 5 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with fewer years.
• CS core topics: algorithms, data structures, programming methods and languages.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software and mathematical models.
• Engage in endpoint and malware exploitation activities with strong dev skills.
• Work solo on all facets of software projects and manage Linux-based environments.
• Utilize Docker/Kubernetes, Ansible, and large codebases effectively.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Reverse engineering

Linux admin

Docker/Kubernetes

Ansible

Security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Job description

Who we are

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.

What We Do

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.

Why ANS

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph required
• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 2 years of relevant experience. An associate’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to then position.
• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered relevant if the program contains, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following fundamental CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics). Information Technology (IT) or Information Systems (IS) degrees may be considered relevant if the programs contain the amount and type of coursework equivalent to a CS major.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Relevant experience must be in a computer science area (i.e., theoretical or applied), designing/developing/using/evaluating mathematic models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems, engineering (electrical or computer), and/or high-performance computing.
• Experience in Endpoint and Malware Exploitation activities, strong dev skills with large software projects (Python, Rust, Java, C, C++) combined with CNO experience. Able to work with reverse engineering output for re-engineering purposes.
• Ability to work solo on all facets of software projects.
• Strong Linux Sys Admin (setup distros, manage firewalls, custom VM Builds.
• Experience with container orchestration solutions (Docker-swarm, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code solutions (Ansible).
• Requires innovation and rapid customized development solutions plus deployment/execution/planning/monitoring/deconfliction.
• Able to blend/obfuscate deployed tool comms and get around admin detection of actives.

Benefits

• Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
• Pet Discount Program
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Supplemental Military Leave Pay
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
• Generous Professional Development Program
• 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
• Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
• Potential for Paid Overtime
• Flexible Work Schedules

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position. The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $185,000.00 USD.