Software Engineer

This is a full-time job (benefits, pto, OT pay, etc.) at a DoD client located in Syracuse, NY. Position is fully onsite, but work schedule is 4/10s (off every Friday).

Job Description

This role focuses on integrating, testing, and administering Linux-based systems for mission-critical programs. You will apply your systems engineering and Linux expertise to support operating system configuration and hardening, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and contribute to the reliability and performance of complex technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support integration and test activities for mission-critical systems with a strong emphasis on Linux-based environments.

• Perform operating system administration, configuration, and hardening on RHEL 8 and RHEL 9 platforms.

• Manage Linux packages, including installation, updates, and maintenance using RHEL package management tools.

• Contribute to cybersecurity compliance efforts, including implementation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) when applicable.

• Assist with vulnerability assessment activities by using or interpreting results from cybersecurity scanning tools.

• Review and interpret static code analysis reports, such as Fortify findings, to support software quality and security improvements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams involved in integration, testing, and software development to resolve system issues and improve system performance.

• Work independently on assigned tasks, managing priorities and delivering high-quality results within established schedules.

• Support radar-related systems and integration activities when required, leveraging any prior radar experience.

• Maintain eligibility to work on programs requiring a Secret Security Clearance and follow all security policies and procedures.

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, I&T, or Software Engineering

• Software person how has hands on systems experience

• Made fixes to resolve software and OS issues addressing system cyber vulnerabilities

• Experience incorporating cyber finds, making OS changes, hardening (if not then need to have sw/hw integration experience)

• STIG Findings, hardening, addressing system cyber vulnerabilities and fixed those findings in the tactical system, SW baseline, or integrating SW on the tactical hardware

• C++ and Linux

• Experience with Linux package management

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Preferred:

• Experience with RHEL 8 and/or RHEL 9

• Cybersecurity/STIG implementation experience

• Experience reviewing Fortify or other static code analysis results

• Radar systems experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Liverpool, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Liverpool,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 18, 2026.

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