Software Engineer II - DoD METOC Systems & Security

Gnostech Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gnostech LLC seeks a Software Engineer II to support the NAVWAR METOC ISEA program. You will maintain and enhance system software, apply security patches, and assist with certification and accreditation under DoD cybersecurity standards.

The position is in San Diego, requires three years of software engineering experience, Navy CANES familiarity, and a DevOps/DevSecOps mindset with STIGs and vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience in software engineering.
• Experience with Navy Tactical Systems, preferably testing and integrating experience within the CANES environment onboard ships.
• Experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g. agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux system administration and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, and/or Python)
• Experience with DISA STIGs, patch management, and vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., ACAS).
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II, Security+ CE or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update system software and firmware, including integration, version control, and OS/application upgrades.
• Develop and test automation scripts for patch deployments; build, verify, and distribute software media.
• Perform software testing and validation; create and maintain system manuals, test plans, and version documentation.
• Review and validate software change requests; support troubleshooting and ensure proper configuration tracking with CM staff.
• Identify, implement, and test security patches and configurations; manage vulnerability scans, mitigations, and system updates.
• Assist in system hardening, STIG compliance, and C&A package preparation, including risk assessments and documentation.

Skills

Navy CANES experience

Agile / DEVOPS / DEVSECOPS

STIG/compliance knowledge

DoD 8570 IAT II familiarity

Vulnerability management understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Python

ACAS

Configuration management tools

Git

Job description

Gnostech LLC seeks a Software Engineer II to support the NAVWAR METOC ISEA program. You will maintain and enhance system software, apply security patches, and assist with certification and accreditation under DoD cybersecurity standards.

The position is in San Diego, requires three years of software engineering experience, Navy CANES familiarity, and a DevOps/DevSecOps mindset with STIGs and vulnerability management.