Cybersecurity Software Engineer

ACARA Solutions and our client in Manassas, VA have a contract to direct hire position available.

• As a Cybersecurity Software Engineer, you'll be part of a
  Cybersecurity Software Engineer for our Client located in M cross
  -functional team responsible for developing cybersecurity software for the US Navy.
• Develop new software components in Java, C, C++, and Python to meet program needs
• Integrate COTS tools, including open
  -source products and API
  -driven integration efforts
• Containerize existing applications and deploy them using Docker or Podman.
• Build multi
  -tier software solutions, including database design and integration, identification and authentication, and data capture.
• Perform thorough unit testing of software components to prepare for integration into a more extensive system.
• Conduct software component integration to ensure end
  -to
  -end system functionality before formal testing.
• Participate in various technical and program meetings every week.
• Research, identify, and evaluate new technologies for adoption by the Navy.
• Analytical and innovative outlook on software and systems.

• Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with Java, C, C++, or Python.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with writing, testing, and deploying production
  -quality software.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with Software development using Java (JavaFX), Spring, C/C++, Python, and other languages in a Linux environment.
• Minimum of 2 years experience using Linux (basic OS comprehension and basic shell scripting), preferably Red Hat or derivatives.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with open
  -source and custom software, as well as integration between software applications using middle
  -tier integration and data
  -driven models.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with using virtual machine platforms.

• Master's Degree.
• Agile experience.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, including configuration management and good coding practices.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies on Linux OS (Docker, Podman, k8s, RKE2)
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices
• Technical problem
  -solving ability for large and complex software systems
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices
• Knowledge of Agile/DevOps methodologies
• Knowledge of Docker/Podman containers
• Knowledge of data
  -driven software applications Distributed, system
  -of
  -system experience
• Basic knowledge of networking in Linux

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti
  -discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.