Cyber Software Engineering, Lead Associate

Peraton is seeking a driven Software Engineer to work on-site with our team in Landover, MD. Our program provides full life cycle support for a large Information Technology (IT) system for the Department of Defense (DoD).

The ideal candidate shall possess recent hand-on experience with JAVA.  Some knowledge of all or most of the following is desired: Linux, Jira, or Relational Database (e.g., PostgreSQL).

This program delivers full life-cycle engineering support for all system elements including Development (hardware, software and networks), Systems and Security Engineering (Integration, testing and Deployment), Sustainment (Logistics, and field support), Network Operations Center (NOC)/Help Desk, and Government user training support for user community.

The Software Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to: 

• Implement, test and operate advanced software security techniques in compliance with technical reference architecture.
• Perform on-going security testing and code review to improve software security.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues that arise.
• Provide engineering designs for new software solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to all levels of the architecture.
• Maintain technical documentation.
• Consult team members on secure coding practices.
• Develop a familiarity with new tools and best practices.

**This role is required to provide support, on-site, Mon-Fri**

**This program does allow for a flexible work schedule and is walking distance from a Metro station**

Required Qualifications:

• An active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's Degree and five (5+) years of experience as a Software Developer in Unix/Linux environment; or Masters Degree and three (3+) years of experience; PhD with no years of experience; or applicable work experience may be substituted in lieu of degree requirement.
• Experience with a relational database, preferably PostgreSQL.
• A current/valid Security+ Certification, or equivalent, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and possess a team-oriented attitude.
• Self-starter who can get up to speed quickly and can work independently.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with PostgreSQL database.
• Experience with C/C++; Spring Boot, Java development a plus.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix and scripting such as Perl, C-shell and other scripting tools/language.
• Experience using a configuration management tool, preferably JIRA.
• Agile/Scrum methodology is a plus.

Salary Range Estimates:

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. 

Benefits:

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to  participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.