Software Engineer II (METOC)

Centurum is seeking a skilled Software Engineer II to support the Navy and Marine Corps Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Capability-Based (CB) In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) Programs at Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific.  This role will support software maintenance, development, integration, and cybersecurity compliance for fielded systems, lab assets, and Engineering Development Models (EDMs) under the METOC CB-ISEA, and primarily for the Naval Integrated Tactical Environmental System (NITES) Next Generation (NEXT) program.  The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining system software, applying and testing security patches, managing documentation, and assisting with Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes in compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Software Engineer will perform and/or have experience in the following:

• Maintain and update system software and firmware, including integration, version control, and operating system and application upgrades.
• Develop and test automation scripts for patch deployments; build, verify, and distribute software media.
• Perform software testing and validation; create and maintain system manuals, test plans, and version documentation.
• Review and validate software change requests; support troubleshooting and ensure proper configuration tracking with the Configuration Management (CM) staff.
• Identify, implement, and test security patches and configurations; manage vulnerability scans, mitigations, and system updates.
• Assist in system hardening, STIG compliance, and C&A package preparation, including risk assessments and documentation.

REQUIRED SKILLS/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• Three plus (3+) years of software engineering or systems engineering experience, preferably within a DoD or government environment.
• Experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g. agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting.
• Hands-on experience with Windows and/or Linux system administration and scripting.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs, patch management, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience with software version control systems and issue tracking tools.
• Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II, Security+ CE or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in quantitative fields such as engineering or mathematics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems) from an accredited college or university.

Travel Required : Yes, may involve occasional Contiguous United States (CONUS)/Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) trips as required.
Work Location : San Diego, CA.  No remote or hybrid work authorized.
This position is required to have and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with METOC systems and the NITES NEXT program.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

REMARKS
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel.

Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 annual salary
Compensation for positions at Centurum vary depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience.

This labor category is a hard to fill position.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran

***When responding to this posting please reference job # SD26-128, Software Engineer II (METOC)***

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:

• Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
• Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
• Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
• Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
• Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
• Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
• Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.