Software Engineer (SWE) Skill Level 3 (requires TS/SCI FSP w/NSA

Twenty80 llc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Twenty80 llc is seeking a Software Engineer (Level 3) located in Annapolis, Maryland. This hybrid role involves designing and supporting privileged access management solutions and working closely with automation and security tools in a highly regulated environment.

The ideal candidate will have over five years of software engineering experience, strong Linux administration skills, and proficiency in Python and Java. A full Scope Polygraph clearance is required, along with U.S. citizenship due to security requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering or systems engineering experience.
• Strong Linux administration experience across enterprise distributions.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Java development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions for PAM and secrets management.
• Integrate IAM/PAM solutions into enterprise systems using APIs.
• Administer and support Linux environments across large-scale infrastructure.

Skills

Linux administration

Python development

Java development

IAM/PAM solutions

Infrastructure automation

Troubleshooting in distributed systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Podman

Job description

Work Model: Hybrid (onsite requirements vary by program/site)

Clearance Requirement: Must possess an active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance issued by the U.S. Government (commonly associated with NSA-level programs). Candidates without this clearance cannot be considered.

Minimum Experience: 5+ years software engineering or systems engineering experience; strong Linux administration and backend development experience required

Role Summary

A large enterprise organization supporting highly secure federal environments is seeking a Software Engineer (Level 3) to join a cybersecurity-focused engineering team. This role is centered on designing, developing, integrating, and sustaining privileged access management (PAM) and secrets management solutions within complex Linux-based infrastructures.

The engineer will work extensively with automation, APIs, identity and access management systems, and enterprise security tools to support secure credential handling and system access controls across large-scale environments.

This position requires strong hands-on Linux expertise, programming experience (Python/Java), and familiarity with security automation and orchestration tools. The role operates in a highly regulated environment with strict security, documentation, and compliance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions supporting privileged access management (PAM) and secrets management platforms (e.g., Delinea or similar tools)
• Integrate IAM/PAM solutions into enterprise systems using APIs and secure authentication mechanisms
• Develop automation scripts and services using Python and/or Java
• Administer and support Linux environments (RHEL, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, CentOS) across large-scale infrastructure
• Build and maintain automation workflows using tools such as Ansible, SaltStack, or equivalent
• Support CI/CD pipeline integration for secure application deployment and infrastructure automation
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across distributed Linux environments and security platforms
• Work with containerized environments using Docker and/or Podman
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and platform engineering teams to implement secure design patterns
• Ensure systems comply with security policies, access controls, and audit requirements
• Participate in system hardening, performance tuning, and vulnerability remediation activities
• Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and integration workflows
• Support continuous improvement of identity, access, and secrets management capabilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of software engineering or systems engineering experience
• Strong Linux administration experience across enterprise distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, CentOS)
• Proficiency in Python and/or Java development
• Experience working with IAM/PAM solutions and privileged access workflows
• Hands-on experience with API development and system integration
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible, SaltStack, or similar
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience working with container technologies (Docker, Podman, or equivalent)
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in complex distributed systems
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments with sensitive data
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with Delinea (or similar PAM/secrets management platforms)
• Background in cybersecurity, identity management, or enterprise security engineering
• Experience with large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments
• Familiarity with security standards, compliance frameworks, and audit requirements
• Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments

Compensation & Work Model

• Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
• Hybrid work arrangement (onsite requirements depend on program/site needs)
• Requires active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance
• U.S. citizenship required due to clearance requirements