Software Engineer (Entry to Senior Level) - Clearance Required

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:

Cydecor is seeking Software Engineers (Entry to Senior Level) to provide software development, integration, cybersecurity, and sustainment support to the U.S. Navy's PMW 160 Tactical Networks program. These positions directly contribute to the modernization and evolution of enterprise-scale shipboard LAN/WAN tactical systems that enable Fleet communications and mission readiness.

Software Engineers will help PMW 160 develop and integrate new software capabilities, conduct cybersecurity testing, enhance automation, and improve software sustainment across multiple baselines. The team will assess emerging technologies, evaluate modern software development approaches, transition DoN cybersecurity products into existing architectures, and ensure software remains secure, stable, and operationally effective for Sailors in the Fleet.

Responsibilities include:

Provide software engineering support across PMW 160's portfolio of shipboard tactical network systems.

Software Development & Integration

• Develop and integrate software products, components, and updates to implement system requirements.
• Support modernization, automation, and capability insertion across PMW 160 baselines.
• Ensure software changes are fully documented for traceability, audit, and configuration management.

Software Engineering Artifacts & Analysis

• Create and evaluate software configuration requirements, metrics, processes, artifacts, analyses, test objectives, briefs, and technical papers.
• Maintain and update software configuration management, quality assurance artifacts, and code documentation.

Risk, Cost, & Performance Assessment

• Review and assess software production and integration risks - including technical, cost, schedule, and performance impacts.
• Support development of mitigation strategies and associated action plans.
• Analyze software license models and business models and evaluate their impact on procurement, installation, sustainment, and lifecycle cost.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Conduct required cybersecurity testing and produce documentation of findings, recommendations, and associated risk posture.
• Participate in engineering peer reviews to evaluate adherence to cybersecurity best practices and coding standards.
• Generate plans to transition DoN Information Assurance (IA) products into existing PMW 160 networks.

User & Stakeholder Interaction

• Engage with Fleet users - including operators, maintainers, and system administrators-throughout the development and sustainment lifecycle to assess needs, validate requirements, and evaluate operational effectiveness.

Lifecycle & Sustainment Support

• Develop and review software lifecycle sustainment strategies.
• Incorporate sustainment considerations into program plans and modernization roadmaps.

Here's what you need:

Software Engineer I (Entry Level)

• 0-3 years of software development or software engineering experience.
• Foundational coding skills in one or more languages (C++, C#, Java, Python, Go, etc.).
• Ability to support code development, debugging, documentation, and basic configuration management.
• Basic understanding of software version control systems.
• Familiarity with Agile development concepts.

Software Engineer II (Mid Level)

• 3-7 years of experience in software engineering or development for complex systems.
• Ability to independently develop code, integrate software updates, and evaluate software engineering artifacts.
• Experience with software configuration management and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience supporting software cybersecurity testing, secure coding practices, and technical peer reviews.
• Ability to assess software technical risks and contribute to sustainment planning.

Software Engineer III (Senior Level)

• 7-12 years of experience in software engineering, integration, or sustainment for DoD/Navy or enterprise systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead development efforts, conduct technical assessments, and oversee integration activities.
• Experience developing sustainment strategies, IA product transition plans, and modernization/upgrade approaches.
• Ability to advise on software licensing impacts, procurement considerations, and lifecycle cost factors.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and interfacing with government stakeholders, technical leads, and Fleet users.

Desired:

• Experience with Navy tactical networks.
• Experience with NIWC PAC/LANT or Fleet operational environments.
• Secure coding certifications or experience.
• Experience with static code analysis tools.
• Experience with RMF cybersecurity testing, DoD STIGs, cyber scanning, or IA compliance.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments and DevSecOps toolchains.
• Experience with software containerization, orchestration, and automation pipelines.
• Experience in developing technical briefs, white papers, and risk assessments.

Security Clearance:

• Active Secret clearance required.
• TS/SCI desired for higher-level or sensitive tasking.

Education:

• Level 1-3: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Master's degree preferred for Level 3 positions.
• Equivalent military/DoD technical experience may be considered in lieu of degree for senior roles.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday-Friday.
• Primary place of performance San Diego, CA, work locations could also include:
  * Washington, D.C.
  * Norfolk, VA
  * Charleston, SC

Compensation and Benefits:
The projected compensation range for this position is $86,700 - 200,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories.

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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