Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
DoD 8570 IAT II and CSSP Infrastructure Support certifications
Software development in classified environments using Linux
Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript (NextJS, React), and Python (Django)
REST API development experience
Expertise in Bash scripting and automation with Ansible
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and document system capabilities or enhancements
Support and maintain existing infrastructure and applications
Integrate new data sources into secure mission systems
Perform database management and system configuration
Automate operations in cloud and Linux environments
Conduct system-level integration of software components
Create and execute system testing throughout application development lifecycle
Benefits
Opportunity to work on critical systems for Government Agencies
Engagement in Agile Development Planning and customer meetings
Collaboration within an innovative engineering team
Access to training and certifications for technical skills
Possibility to work with cutting-edge AWS cloud services
Full Job Description
4160 Software Engineer 4160 | Top Secret
Job Description:
OVERVIEW:
As a key member of the engineering team, you will provide technical support in planning, designing, testing, integrating, configuring, and delivering software services across development, test, and production environments. You will also participate in quarterly Agile Development Planning and customer meetings as needed.
Our team works with AWS cloud services, including deployment updates of Elastic, RHEL, and WSUS environments, along with cross-domain integration and automation. We support and enhance a range of core applications and data services relied upon by multiple Government Agencies.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Design, develop, test, and document new system capabilities or enhancements to existing systems
Support and maintain existing infrastructure and applications
Integrate new data sources into secure mission systems
Perform database management, system configuration, load balancing, storage allocation, and documentation validation
Automate operations in cloud and Linux-based environments
Conduct system-level integration of software components to meet customer requirements
Create and execute system testing and support all phases of the application development lifecycle
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related technical field
DoD 8570 IAT II and CSSP Infrastructure Support certifications (CompTIA CySA+ preferred or equivalent certifications that cover both requirements acceptable such as both Security+ and Cloud+) within 30 days of contract start.
Software development in classified environments using Linux.
Software Development, Test, and Configuration Management (such as Git, Git Hub)
PHP
JavaScript and associated frameworks (NextJS, React, etc)
Python and associated frameworks (e.g., Django)
REST API development (server and client)
Expertise scripting in Bash and experience in automating tasks with tools like Ansible
Experience with developing, securing and delivering software updates and enhancements through testing, security assessment and authorization, and production readiness reviews.
Demonstrated technical writing.
Must demonstrate strong teamwork, communication (both verbal and written), and presentation skills.
Must demonstrate strong initiative to accept new technical challenges in complex system engineering assignments.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Active SCI with Polygraph
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related technical field
Desired Certifications: Active CompTIA CySA+ or equivalent certifications covering both DoD 8570 IAT II and CSSP Infrastructure Support. Computing Environment certification such as AWS or Linux certifications.
Experience:
8 years of relevant technical experience.
Agile development experience
Understanding of Agile development tools (Jira, Confluence, etc)
AWS or other Cloud certifications
Linux Systems administration or Systems Engineering experience
Experience supporting full lifecyle A&A process for classified DoD or IC infrastructure and application service delivery.
CLEARANCE:
Top Secret minimum
Job Details
City : Reston
State : Virginia
About New Jersey Transit
New Jersey Transit Corporation, branded as NJ Transit, is a state-owned public transportation system that serves the US state of New Jersey, along with portions of New York State and Pennsylvania. It operates bus, light rail, and commuter rail services throughout the state, connecting to major commercial and employment centers both within the state and in the adjacent major cities of New York and Philadelphia. NJ Transit also provides bus service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. NJ Transit is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
