Software Engineer – Cloud & DevSecOps

Strategic Data Systems

. Design, develop, maintain, and enhance secure, scalable, high-performance web applications supporting mission-critical RDT&E operations .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeDahlgren • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-stack development, cloud engineering, and secure application design, with a strong focus on JavaScript, Microsoft Azure, and AWS. Proven ability to implement automated testing, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

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Full-Stack DevelopmentMicrosoft AzureAWS Cloud EngineeringJavaScriptIAT Level 2 Certification

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitectureApplication IntegrationAutomated TestingTroubleshootingSecure Coding PrinciplesVulnerability RemediationCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentDockerKubernetesHashiCorp Vault

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

GitLabGitLab CI/CDCloud InfrastructureAnalytics PlatformsReporting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+Top Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

RDT&E OperationsSoftware Development LifecycleCybersecurity ComplianceTechnical Design DiscussionsApplication Performance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerJavaScriptKubernetesVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, maintain, and enhance secure, scalable, high-performance web applications supporting mission-critical RDT&E operations
Contribute to software architecture and technical design decisions
Develop and maintain application functionality using JavaScript and related full-stack technologies
Integrate applications with enterprise data sources, analytics platforms, reporting systems, and supporting infrastructure
Develop and execute automated unit, functional, integration, performance, and acceptance testing
Conduct code reviews, optimize applications, and promote software engineering best practices
Diagnose and resolve complex application issues through troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis
Modernize legacy applications and improve development processes and software quality
Support application deployment, configuration, and maintenance in Microsoft Azure and AWS
Troubleshoot issues across application code, cloud infrastructure, networking, and supporting services
Design and optimize GitLab CI/CD pipelines and automation solutions
Support GitLab repositories, pipeline configuration, automated testing integration, Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm deployments
Implement secure configuration and secrets management with HashiCorp Vault
Apply secure coding practices and support vulnerability remediation, security testing, compliance documentation, and audit readiness
Collaborate with government stakeholders, engineers, system administrators, and cybersecurity teams
Provide technical recommendations on architecture, deployment strategies, risks, and engineering improvements
Participate in planning sessions, design reviews, and system modernization discussions
Mentor team members and maintain technical documentation, procedures, guides, and standard operating procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five to eight (5–8) years of relevant professional experience in software engineering, full-stack development, cloud engineering, DevOps, or closely related technical disciplines
IAT Level 2 certification such as CompTIA Security+
Top Secret security clearance
Experience developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise-level web applications
Strong working knowledge of JavaScript and modern software development principles
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and/or AWS cloud environments
Experience with GitLab, including version control, CI/CD pipeline development, configuration, optimization, and automation
Experience implementing automated software testing and validation processes
Working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm
Experience with HashiCorp Vault or comparable secure secrets management technologies
Strong understanding of software architecture, application integration, and the software development lifecycle
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across software, infrastructure, and cloud environments
Understanding of secure coding principles, cybersecurity compliance requirements, and vulnerability remediation practices
Experience participating in technical design discussions and recommending improvements to application performance, reliability, and maintainability
Ability to work independently, manage competing technical priorities, and deliver solutions with limited supervision
Experience working directly with customers or technical stakeholders
Strong analytical, organizational, written communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment with benefits
Equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination protections