Principal Software Engineer

Location: Pensacola, FL

Job Status: Full-time

Benefits: Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package offered

Job Summary

Seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join a winning team in Pensacola, Florida. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and test software applications for defense and military systems. You will work closely with a team of engineers to ensure the software meets the required specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development and be familiar with programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python. Additionally, experience with real-time operating systems and embedded software development is preferred. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the defense industry, this could be the role for you

Responsibilities

Design and develop software applications for defense and military systems

Collaborate with a team of engineers to ensure software meets required specifications and quality standards

Test and debug software to ensure it is reliable, efficient, and secure

Research new technologies and methodologies to improve software development processes

Document software designs, code, and test results for future reference

Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers

Requirements

Skills:

U.S. Citizenship

Active Secret clearance.

Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. TS/SCI is preferred.

Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability

6+ years of software development experience required

4+ years of hands-on experience with Java development and related technologies

2+ years of experience in Agile software development methodologies.

Expertise installing and configuring SecureSphere Imperva Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)

Advanced experience in securing network traffic using AWS API Gateway, AWS Application Load Balancers, cloud-security technologies (e.g., VPC, Security Groups), and Access Control (IAM)

Proficiency with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), RSA Security Analytics (NetWitness), Symantec Bluecoat, Cisco FirePower (SourceFire), Splunk, PKI, and certificate management

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required.

Two years of related work experience may be substituted for each year of degree-level education.

A Master's degree in a related discipline may be substituted for four years of experience

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

5+ years of Cloud DevOps Administrative or Engineering experience

3+ years of related Network Security Identity Management tools engineering experience, including installing, configuring and troubleshooting experience with one or more of these tools:

SecureSphere Imperva Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)

RSA Security Analytics (NetWitness)

Symantec Bluecoat

Cisco FirePower (SourceFire)

Splunk

Desired Certifications

One or more of the following: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Windows/Linux Admin, Cloud SIEM, CISSP, Security+, Network+, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP)

One or more of the following certifications related to Agile development and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe): Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe Agilist (SA), SAFe Practitioner (SP) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)

Why Join Our Team?

The hiring company is a leader in technological innovation, dedicated to solving the most complex challenges in national security and beyond. Our collaborative culture embraces diverse perspectives, empowering every team member to innovate, build, and transform with agility.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply online TODAY and join a team that drives innovation and delivers solutions that truly matter.

Application Process

If you are an experienced Software Engineer looking to take your career to the next level, we strongly encourage you to submit your application online TODAY. We want to join this winning team and make a difference with your expertise.

Recruitment Services Provided By: PassionHR Consulting, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).