Senior Computer Engineer

Senior Computer Engineer - DevSecOps - DCS is an employee-owned organization with a reputation for agile and efficient development of technology solutions for U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets. We continue to provide innovative solutions with our multidisciplinary teams formed with exceptional employees. The DCS Air and Space Technology Sector are seeking a qualified candidate to apply advanced knowledge in the areas of DevSecOps, engineering, computer science, and information technology for the technical design, development, and maintenance of complex programming projects supporting the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC).As a member of our team, you will support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) efforts in Dayton, OH. This offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state-of-the-art technologies and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop solutions to unique client needs in research and development to improve the performance envelope of software and/or hardware systems and architecture, as well as processing performance.Essential Job Functions:Research new capabilities to improve and maintain the performance of existing software/hardware platforms.Design, develop, and prototype these new capabilities.Document capabilities developed and provide user manual.Give technical direction to programming team.Use initiative and independent judgment in developing resolutions to complex issues.Maintain and update platform using DevSecOps principles.Ensure software components remain in compliance with DoD cybersecurity directives.Conduct vulnerability scans, assist with Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance activities.Work both individually and with a broader engineering team.Additional duties, as required.Requirements:Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to maintain clearance.At least a MS in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Information Technology with at least 10 years of related experience.Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.Experience in object-oriented languages for research, development, and production.Experience automating CI/CD pipelines with security checks.Ability and desire to work in a group environment.Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.Desired Skills:Knowledge and experience working with NASIC software/hardware systems.Project leadership and client interface skills.Knowledge/Experience with tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and security scanners (e.g., Snyk, SonarQube).Knowledge of U.S. DoD and IC tools. Master Degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field. Security+, CompTIA.Have a strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Work with subject-matter experts and others to formulate and achieve goals.Guide and mentor teammates as needed.Project leadership and client interface skills.