Software Engineer (SWE) Skill Level 3 (requires TS/SCI FSP w/NSA

Work Model: Hybrid (onsite requirements vary by program/site) Clearance Requirement: Must possess an active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance issued by the U.S. Government (commonly associated with NSA-level programs). Candidates without this clearance cannot be considered. Minimum Experience: 5+ years software engineering or systems engineering experience; strong Linux administration and backend development experience required Role Summary A large enterprise organization supporting highly secure federal environments is seeking a Software Engineer (Level 3) to join a cybersecurity-focused engineering team. This role is centered on designing, developing, integrating, and sustaining privileged access management (PAM) and secrets management solutions within complex Linux-based infrastructures. The engineer will work extensively with automation, APIs, identity and access management systems, and enterprise security tools to support secure credential handling and system access controls across large-scale environments. This position requires strong hands-on Linux expertise, programming experience (Python/Java), and familiarity with security automation and orchestration tools. The role operates in a highly regulated environment with strict security, documentation, and compliance expectations. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain software solutions supporting privileged access management (PAM) and secrets management platforms (e.g., Delinea or similar tools) Integrate IAM/PAM solutions into enterprise systems using APIs and secure authentication mechanisms Develop automation scripts and services using Python and/or Java Administer and support Linux environments (RHEL, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, CentOS) across large-scale infrastructure Build and maintain automation workflows using tools such as Ansible, SaltStack, or equivalent Support CI/CD pipeline integration for secure application deployment and infrastructure automation Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across distributed Linux environments and security platforms Work with containerized environments using Docker and/or Podman Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and platform engineering teams to implement secure design patterns Ensure systems comply with security policies, access controls, and audit requirements Participate in system hardening, performance tuning, and vulnerability remediation activities Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and integration workflows Support continuous improvement of identity, access, and secrets management capabilities Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of software engineering or systems engineering experience Strong Linux administration experience across enterprise distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, CentOS) Proficiency in Python and/or Java development Experience working with IAM/PAM solutions and privileged access workflows Hands-on experience with API development and system integration Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible, SaltStack, or similar Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Experience working with container technologies ( Docker, Podman, or equivalent ) Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in complex distributed systems Experience working in secure or regulated environments with sensitive data Strong documentation and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with Delinea (or similar PAM/secrets management platforms) Background in cybersecurity, identity management, or enterprise security engineering Experience with large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments Familiarity with security standards, compliance frameworks, and audit requirements Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments Compensation & Work Model Full-time, direct-hire opportunity Hybrid work arrangement (onsite requirements depend on program/site needs) Requires active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance U.S. citizenship required due to clearance requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr Twenty80 llc