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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Software
Sterling, VA (On-Site/Office)
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
At Nightwing, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
This position is CONTINGENT upon funding, an open position, customer approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and successful TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance crossover.
Job Description:
Nightwing is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with Python expertise to support the design, development, and deployment of advanced cybersecurity capabilities. This individual will be part of a team collaborating within Agile Scrum teams as a key contributor responsible for the design, test and implementation of advanced cybersecurity software capabilities. He/She will be developing and performing automated builds, testing, and deployments for legacy and emerging applications. In addition to the actual software development, the person will be responsible for developing high quality technical documentation, as needed, including user guides, test plans, and contract deliverable items and supporting product training. He/She will also support risk assessments and developing risk mitigation countermeasures.
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph Required Day 1
Required Skills:
6+ years of relevant experience
Experience developing code with Java using modern technologies and tools
Experience with Agile software development
Solid understanding and experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
Ability to create well-modularized, maintainable software and willing to follow group coding standards and design
Familiar with development repos and frameworks (Git, Angular, BitBucket)
Possesses or quickly develop a comprehensive understanding of Government Information Security policies, regulations, and guidelines
Experience working on projects that implement analytic models into production systems
Must be able to work collaboratively across agencies and physical locations
Experience and/or familiarity with Python
Experience and/or familiarity with DevOps, SecDevOps, Continuous Development/Continuous Integration concepts, and automated tools such as Docker, Jenkins, JIRA, Git, Terraform, Ansible, Junit, JMeter, RSpec, and/or Cucumber
Experience and/or familiarity with AWS Services (AWS Glue, ETL Processing, Lambda, RDS, Redshift)
Demonstrated experience and/or familiarity with one of more of the following database technologies: SQL, Oracle, MySQL, JBDC, NOSQL, etc.
Experience and/or familiarity with Programming IDEs and Web Based notebooks (VScode, Apache Zeppelin, Jupiter Notebooks)
Experience supporting data migration initiatives
Experience supporting the convergence of legacy, on prem applications to cloud environments
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) knowledge and experience
Required Certification/Education:
Certifications related to AWS such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Certified Developer Associate
Certifications related to Agile development and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) such as SAFe Practitioner (SP) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
Security +
BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Systems Engineering
At Nightwing, you have the opportunity to try new things and make a bigger difference across a broader end-to-end solution, a richer technology and product set, an expanded range of disciplines, a growing global footprint and a more diverse team of colleagues and customers.
Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation's most mission impactful initiatives.
When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world's most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
At Nightwing, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
This position is CONTINGENT upon funding, an open position, customer approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and successful TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance crossover.
Job Description:
Nightwing is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with Python expertise to support the design, development, and deployment of advanced cybersecurity capabilities. This individual will be part of a team collaborating within Agile Scrum teams as a key contributor responsible for the design, test and implementation of advanced cybersecurity software capabilities. He/She will be developing and performing automated builds, testing, and deployments for legacy and emerging applications. In addition to the actual software development, the person will be responsible for developing high quality technical documentation, as needed, including user guides, test plans, and contract deliverable items and supporting product training. He/She will also support risk assessments and developing risk mitigation countermeasures.
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph Required Day 1
Required Skills:
6+ years of relevant experience
Experience developing code with Java using modern technologies and tools
Experience with Agile software development
Solid understanding and experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
Ability to create well-modularized, maintainable software and willing to follow group coding standards and design
Familiar with development repos and frameworks (Git, Angular, BitBucket)
Possesses or quickly develop a comprehensive understanding of Government Information Security policies, regulations, and guidelines
Experience working on projects that implement analytic models into production systems
Must be able to work collaboratively across agencies and physical locations
Experience and/or familiarity with Python
Experience and/or familiarity with DevOps, SecDevOps, Continuous Development/Continuous Integration concepts, and automated tools such as Docker, Jenkins, JIRA, Git, Terraform, Ansible, Junit, JMeter, RSpec, and/or Cucumber
Experience and/or familiarity with AWS Services (AWS Glue, ETL Processing, Lambda, RDS, Redshift)
Demonstrated experience and/or familiarity with one of more of the following database technologies: SQL, Oracle, MySQL, JBDC, NOSQL, etc.
Experience and/or familiarity with Programming IDEs and Web Based notebooks (VScode, Apache Zeppelin, Jupiter Notebooks)
Experience supporting data migration initiatives
Experience supporting the convergence of legacy, on prem applications to cloud environments
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) knowledge and experience
Required Certification/Education:
Certifications related to AWS such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Certified Developer Associate
Certifications related to Agile development and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) such as SAFe Practitioner (SP) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
Security +
BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Systems Engineering
At Nightwing, you have the opportunity to try new things and make a bigger difference across a broader end-to-end solution, a richer technology and product set, an expanded range of disciplines, a growing global footprint and a more diverse team of colleagues and customers.
Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation's most mission impactful initiatives.
When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world's most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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