Cyber Software Engineer II
$101,098–$131,427 year
On-siteGermantown, Maryland, United States
Germantown, Maryland, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$101,098–$131,427 yearSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Build and maintain Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripts to automate scanning, imaging, hardening, and recovery across Linux and Windows systems. Perform source-code security scanning using Fortify, SonarQube, or Coverity, while executing vulnerability assessments with Nessus to drive remediation to closure. Deploy and recover Windows and Linux images via PXE, DISM, or Clonezilla, documenting all procedures and runbooks. Support system installation and remediation workflows within a collaborative defense environment focused on translating complex requirements into secure, effective tooling.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Strong hands-on Linux experience, including administration, shell scripting, and tool development in Linux-based environments
- Working knowledge of Windows administration and scripting
- Proficiency building automation tools in Python and Bash
- Familiarity with PowerShell and batch scripting
- Hands-on experience with system imaging using PXE, DISM, Clonezilla, or equivalent tools
- Experience with system installation, remediation, and recovery
- Experience with source-code security scanning (SAST/SCA) using Fortify, SonarQube, Coverity, or equivalent tools
- U.S. Citizenship
- Active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation, such as Nessus
- Test & Evaluation, Quality Assurance, or test automation experience
- Familiarity with system-hardening best practices
- Exposure to reverse engineering / binary analysis (e.g., Ghidra, IDA)
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