software engineer

senior cloud systems engineer

Networking for Future, Inc.

<div>About NFF:
<div>
Since 1996, NFF has designed, architected, and delivered IT network and security solutions to many state, and local government agencies, K-20 educational institutions, federal agencies, and large enterprise businesses across the mid-Atlantic. NFF is a technology services and solutions provider, specializing in next-generation IT infrastructure including networks, data centers, cloud migrations, IT security, collaboration and mobility, and full/part-time staff augmentation services. Our solutions, professional services and IT staffing portfolio are centered around building more resilient, secure, adaptive, and intelligent IT infrastructure and include comprehensive assessment, architecture, design, integration and installation services, and ongoing performance management services though our Network Operations Center (NOC).</div><div></div><div> 
NFF is a Cisco Gold Partner with a Customer Experience Specialization and was a &ldquo;Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner&rdquo; in 2019, 2020 and 2022. NFF has maintained Cisco Gold Partnership since 2008, is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia. In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, VMware, NetApp and Splunk.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
NFF is a District of Columbia (DC) Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and a SBA Certified Small Business with headquarters in downtown Washington, DC. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our accomplishment of being awarded multiple ISO 9001:2015 certifications.</h2>
About this Position / Responsibilities:
<div>
NFF is seeking a cloud professional proficient in administering AWS GovCloud cloud service platform for an examination tool. As a Cloud Engineer you will partner with the cloud platform team and development team to build, manage, and enable the underlying cloud infrastructure and platforms in support of the business application development project.</div> 
<div></div>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Developing software according to software development lifecycles (SDLCs), including DevOps, Agile, Lean, or Iterative.</li><li>
Designing, deploying, and migrating secure and maintainable systems for Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) environments.</li><li>
Proficient in at least one high-level programming language such as Python, PowerShell, or Infrastructure as Code (AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Terraform, etc.). Python 3.x data engineering with pandas, Databricks, or SPARK preferred. DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and automation, containers, and related best practices for cloud deployment. Experience with GitLab or Azure DevOps preferred.</li><li>
Service offerings in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and government platform experience preferred.</li><li>
Understanding of cloud-based architectures, web servers, caching, application servers, load balancers, and storage. Experience with AWS Load Balancer.</li><li>
Familiarity with loose coupling, stateless systems, and best practices for designing cloudready applications.</li><li>
Understanding of cloud federation technologies such as SAML, Okta, OAuth, and OpenID Connect and how to apply these technologies to enterprise and public-facing applications.</li><li>
Understanding of cloud vendor cost structures and the ability to optimize solutions for cost effectiveness.</li><li>
Experience transitioning legacy systems to cloud-ready architecture.</li><li>
Understanding of RESTful Web Services, XML, or JSON. Experience with AWS API Gateway.</li><li>
Awareness of cloud information security risks and best practices, especially in a highly secure operating environment.</li><li>
Familiarity with government cloud deployments (FedRAMP, FISMA, high security environments, etc.)</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Highly Desirable Skills (not mandatory):</div><ul><li>
Experience with direct configuration and management of AWS components, including CloudTrail, CloudWatch, S3, RDS or Aurora, PostgresSQL, Lambda, Glue or MWAA (Airflow)</li><li>
Experience with designing or implementing cloud architectures for analytics/data processing/machine learning use-cases, such as data lakes, lake formations, etc.</li><li>
Experience with containerization as a strategy for cloud-enabling legacy applications such as Docker and Kubernetes (AWS EKS, ECS, or Fargate preferred)</li><li>
Familiarity with the Well Architected Framework.</li><li>
Experience with defining platform requirements.</li><li>
Experience integrating with enterprise observability platforms such as Splunk.</li></ul><div>
*** THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE ***</div><div>
*** US Citizenship Required *** 
*** BS/BA in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field is required</div> 
<div></div>
NFF Disclosures:

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:<ul><li>
Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account</li><li>
STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&amp;D</li><li>
Comprehensive 401k plan</li><li>
Paid Time Off</li></ul>
NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
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Senior Cloud Systems Engineer

Metrostar Systems

<div>As Sr. Al Engineer I, you'll work as part of a collaborative and high-performing team providing your expertise to deliver technical solutions within the highest levels of the federal government.

We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you'll do:
<ul>
<li>Provide subject matter expertise on Al infrastructure and Al integration to the government customer.</li>
<li>Lead the design. deployment. and maintenance of secure and scalable AI infrastructure to support the execution of Al workloads across on-premesis. hybrid. and cloud environments.</li>
<li>Architect and manage compute platforms. storage systems. and containerized environments optimized for Al inference and data processing while ensuring system reliability, performance, and observability.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Al models. Al services. and runtime environments into operational pipelines.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence with your knowledge and skills, and use your creativity to provide innovative solutions that fit the customer's needs.</li>
</ul>
What you'll need to succeed:
<ul>
<li>An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance.</li>
<li>AI/ML on Kubernetes: Skilled in deploying and managing AI/ML workloads using tools like Ray, Dask, Kubeflow, KServe, MLflow.</li>
<li>Possess a BA/BS in a technology related discipline (i.e. IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering)</li>
<li>In leu of degree, candidate must have 8140 certification (i.e. Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Sec+, OR SSCP; or Requisite military training)</li>
<li>5 years of experience in designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining Al-related infrastructure; and an additional 5 years of experience in designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining containerized or virtualized infrastructure.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience supporting projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.</li>
</ul>
SALARY RANGE: $165,000 - $207,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
<ul>
<li>The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience</li>
<li>The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs</li>
<li>Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation</li>
<li>This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:</li>
<li><ul><li>Performance-based bonuses</li>
<li>Company-paid training and/or certifications</li>
<li>Referral bonuses</li>
</ul></li>
</ul><div>To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
<ul>
<li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with company match</li>
<li>Paid time off (PTO) and holidays</li>
<li>Parental Leave and dependent care</li>
<li>Flexible work arrangements</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Employee assistance and wellness programs</li>
</ul>
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That's why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

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.

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Sr. Al Engineer I (6215)

<div>As Sr. Al Platform Engineer I, you'll work as part of a collaborative and high-performing team providing your expertise to deliver technical solutions within the highest levels of the federal government.

We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you'll do:
<ul>
<li>Provide subject matter expertise on Al infrastructure and Al integration to the government customer.</li>
<li>Lead the design. deployment. and maintenance of secure and scalable AI infrastructure to support the execution of Al workloads across on-premesis. hybrid. and cloud environments.</li>
<li>Architect and manage compute platforms. storage systems. and containerized environments optimized for Al inference and data processing while ensuring system reliability, performance, and observability.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Al models. Al services. and runtime environments into operational pipelines.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence with your knowledge and skills, and use your creativity to provide innovative solutions that fit the customer's needs.</li>
</ul>
What you'll need to succeed:
<ul>
<li>An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance.</li>
<li>AI/ML on Kubernetes: Skilled in deploying and managing AI/ML workloads using tools like Ray, Dask, Kubeflow, KServe, MLflow.</li>
<li>Possess a BA/BS in a technology related discipline (i.e. IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering)</li>
<li>In leu of degree, candidate must have 8140 certification (i.e. Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Sec+, OR SSCP; or Requisite military training)</li>
<li>5 years of experience in designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining Al-related infrastructure; and an additional 5 years of experience in designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining containerized or virtualized infrastructure.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience supporting projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.</li>
</ul>
SALARY RANGE: $165,000 - $207,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
<ul>
<li>The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience</li>
<li>The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs</li>
<li>Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation</li>
<li>This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:</li>
<li><ul><li>Performance-based bonuses</li>
<li>Company-paid training and/or certifications</li>
<li>Referral bonuses</li>
</ul></li>
</ul><div>To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
<ul>
<li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with company match</li>
<li>Paid time off (PTO) and holidays</li>
<li>Parental Leave and dependent care</li>
<li>Flexible work arrangements</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Employee assistance and wellness programs</li>
</ul>
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That's why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

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.

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Sr. Al Platform Engineer I (6215)

<div>ECS is seeking a Cyber Defense Incident Responder &ndash; Senior to work in our Washington, DC office.

<ul><li>Lead, facilitate and advise via the Incident Response lifecycle across the Bureau of the Census within the Department of Commerce against 24/7 threats/vulnerabilities/events.</li>
<li>Provide leadership w/ security and cybersecurity intelligence, posture/capabilities status, ways-forward, trend analysis and personnel readiness to enhance cyber security and incident response.</li>
<li>Advise leadership through multi-vector threat remediation and capabilities enhancement.</li>
<li>Leverage multi-source Cyber Intelligence to bolster cybersecurity posture.</li>
<li>Effectively lead and advise Security Operations and Infrastructure teams regarding threats and vulnerabilities mitigation procedures and system(s) enhancement(s).</li>
<li>Meet/exceed/expand customer mission requirements, goals, and vision.</li>
<li>Coordinate and communicate with multi-partner teams/services regarding 24/7 security posture and national regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Learn and foster knowledge and skills training to adhere to and expand security, cybersecurity, and contingency requirements.</li>
<li>Manage/mentor SOC team members regarding procedures, schedules, training, event &amp; tools management, and performance requirements.</li>
<li>Develop and implement best-practice network security, backup, and recovery procedures.</li>
<li>Diagnose network connectivity and performance issues during events and incidents.</li>
<li>Integrate new systems into existing network and security architecture.</li>
<li>Monitor network capacity, performance and</li>
<li>Advise during network patching, expansion, and capability growth to ensure safeguarding of data/information against threats and vulnerabilities.</li>
<li>Obtain and retain clearance requirements set by the Dept. of Commerce</li>
<li>Provide feedback on network requirements, including network architecture and infrastructure.</li>
<li>Test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices.</li>
</ul>
<div>Salary Range: $56.00 - $56.00/hr.</div>

General Description of Benefits
Requirements:
<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Lead the Cybersecurity Incident Response lifecycle as an Incident Commander during high-demand events/incidents.</li>
<li>Advise leadership and assist management of SOC personnel, personnel readiness, team cohesion and training.</li>
<li>Understand and implement international, federal, state, and local regulation standards of cybersecurity.</li>
<li>Organize cyber operations, exercises, and inspections.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of network encryption, secure network topology and operating network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, servers, transmission media, and related logical &amp; physical domains.</li>
<li>Knowledge of cloud-based networking, security, and best practices</li>
<li>Implement network threat detection and prevention rules and data control methods.</li>
<li>Operate common network tools (e.g., ping, traceroute, nslookup, ipconfig, nbstat).</li>
<li>Interpret Operating Systems command line (e.g., Windows, Linux).</li>
<li>Navigate and operate within the organization's LAN/WAN pathways.</li>
<li>Monitor and perform trend analysis of network performance, availability, and incidents.</li>
<li>Experience/knowledge monitoring networks for Indicators of Compromise</li>
<li>Operate different electronic communication systems and methods (e.g., e-mail, VOIP, IM, web forums, Direct Video Broadcasts).</li>
<li>Interpret the information collected by network tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender, FireEye, Akamai and packet capture).</li>
<li>Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), bandwidth/utilization management and directory services.</li>
<li>Measure, analyze and tune network performance, confidentiality, integrity, and availability.</li>
<li>Experience with network data structures and models (e.g., Open System Interconnection Model [OSI], Information Technology Infrastructure Library, current version [ITIL]).</li>
</ul>
Certifications/Licenses:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree or higher.</li>
<li>7+ years' experience in network management and experience directly performing configurations and security implementation on LAN and WAN equipment.</li>
<li>Certifications addressing system security, network infrastructure, access control, cryptography, assessments and audits, and organizational security.</li>
<li>Active Secret clearance.</li>
</ul>
 
Req Benefits:
<div>https://ecstech.com/careers/benefits/&quot;&gt;https://ecstech.com/careers/benefits/</div></div>

Cyber Defense Incident Responders – Senior

Osair Technologies

Top Required SkillsEither CyberArk Defender OR CyberArk Sentry CertificationsBachelors&rsquo; DegreeUS Citizen able to obtain Public TrustWe are seeking an experienced CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer to join our team in supporting the deployment and management of an on-premise CyberArk instance for a government client. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in CyberArk solutions, strong technical skills, and a proven track record of delivering secure privileged access management in complex environments. The CyberArk Engineer will support deployment, use, and maintenance of CyberArk for Privileged Access Management (PAM) for high-pace, federated enterprise client environment. The CyberArk Engineer will be responsible for configuring and maintaining of CyberArk as an on-premise privileged access management system for federal clients in collaboration with other experienced CyberArk Engineers.What You Will Do:<ul><li>Lead the deployment, configuration, and ongoing management of CyberArk on-premise solutions.</li><li>Collaborate closely with government client stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure compliance with security policies.</li><li>Provide expert guidance on CyberArk best practices, architecture, and integration.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CyberArk components and privileged access workflows.</li><li>Develop and maintain documentation, runbooks, and training materials for CyberArk operations.</li><li>Support upgrades, patches, and system health monitoring to ensure high availability and security.</li><li>Work with cross-functional teams including security, infrastructure, and application owners to implement privileged access controls.</li></ul>What You Will Need:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in IT, Information Systems, or Computer Science or related field.</li><li>Minimum of FIVE (5) years involved in large IT security projects including cost, schedule, and performance.</li><li>Strong experience in administration, configuration and troubleshooting on CyberArk modules: Enterprise Password Vault (EPV), Password Vault Web Access (PVWA), Central Policy Manager (CPM), Privileged Session Manager (PSM), Privileged Session Management Proxy (PSMP), Privileged Threat Analytics (PTA).</li><li>Experience with PAM Operational tasks, to include Creating Safes, Defining Access Control, Policies or Platforms, User provisioning and entitlements, Managing Applications Credentials, Auto upload and User Access Policy Management.</li><li>Understanding in Custom connectors / plugins to various applications.</li><li>Scripting experience in (PowerShell, RESTful APIs, AutoIT, PACLI).</li><li>Experience developing cybersecurity policies.</li><li>Experience with online research techniques.</li><li>US Citizenship is required.</li><li>Either CyberArk Defender OR CyberArk Sentry Certifications</li><li>Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD &quot;PUBLIC TRUST&quot;; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per yearWork Location: On the road

CyberArk Engineer

AHU Technologies

<div>Job Description 
 
Title: Software Development Engineer 3 
 
Location: Hybrid (3-4 days onsite, Hillsboro, OR). MUST align with PST core hours. 
 
Top Hard Skills (Minimum years experience required for each): 
<ul>
<li>5-7 years of overall experience (required for SDE 3 level)</li>
<li>Linux driver development</li>
<li>Linux kernel development</li>
<li>Low level debug and triage</li>
</ul>&quot;Nice-to-Have&quot; Skills: 
<ul>
<li>Deep understanding of operating system internals, hardware-software interaction, and low-level debugging.</li>
<li>Proficiency with kernel build systems, version control (git), and open-source workflows.</li>
<li>Ability to analyze and resolve complex system issues, including kernel panics and hardware faults.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support.</li>
</ul>Detailed Ideal Candidate Profile: 
 
We're seeking a highly experienced Software Development Engineer with 5-7 years of focused experience in low-level development. The ideal candidate will be an expert in Linux kernel and device driver development (C, C++), capable of hitting the ground running to support and maintain core system components. You'll need deep expertise in operating system internals and low-level debugging to troubleshoot complex hardware compatibility and performance issues. This role requires someone who is independent, proactive, and can effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced environment while ensuring system stability and performance. 
 
Team / Reporting Structure Context:
 
 
The team's primary function is focused on applying advanced principles of computer science and engineering to the design, development, support, and maintenance of the Linux kernel and device drivers. The role involves working on low-level software to enable hardware functionality, system stability, and performance across a variety of platforms. 
 
Strong Selling Points of the Role/Company: 
<ul>
<li>Work on cutting-edge, unreleased technology.</li>
<li>Impactful Role: Directly contribute to core system stability and performance.</li>
<li>Strong chance for extension based on quarterly budget.</li>
<li>Role requires access to specialized equipment, prototypes or facilities.</li></ul></div>

Software Development Engineer - Hillsboro, OR

SNVA Ventures

Job Description:<ul><li>A Mid-level Engineer is a professional with several years of experience in the field of engineering. Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific engineering discipline, but generally include:</li><li>Leading and managing engineering projects from conception to completion.</li><li>Designing, developing, and testing products, systems, or structures.</li><li>Conducting research and analysis to solve complex engineering problems.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing engineering documentation, such as drawings, specifications, and reports.</li><li>Evaluating and selecting materials and equipment for projects.</li><li>Participating in project planning and management activities.</li><li>Performing calculations and simulations to support engineering designs.</li><li>Collaborating with other engineers, professionals, and stakeholders on project teams.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with engineering standards, codes, and regulations.</li><li>Mentoring and providing guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.</li></ul>Position Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor in Civil / Structural Engineering</li><li>PE</li><li>10 to 15 years experience in engineering and electrical utility projects.</li><li>STAAD experience.</li></ul>Pay: $80.00 - $84.00 per hourExpected hours: 40.0 per weekWork Location: In person

Civil/Structural Designer

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