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Senior Specialist, Software Engineering - *Sign on bonuses between $15K-$25K* Job Code: 40625 Job ... Expert at Linux cyber security practices, notably in SELinux (MAC) and other areas (DAC ...

- Role is either Direct or Temp-to-Direct - Junior engineer needed to serve as the 'understudy' for the senior embedded systems engineer - Platform Software Development and Cyber Security engineering ...

- Role is either Direct or Temp-to-Direct - Junior engineer needed to serve as the 'understudy' for the senior embedded systems engineer - Platform Software Development and Cyber Security engineering ...

Cybersecurity Specialist

PA · On-site

$113K - $175K/yr

... software developers and test engineers across the organization and evangelizing the importance of cybersecurity in other functions like product / project management & sales /services. • Works with ...

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Senior Specialist, Software Engineering

L3HHCM20

Waco, TX

$108K - $143K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Software Engineering - *Sign on bonuses between $15K-$25K*

Job Code: 40625

Job Location: Waco, TX

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior-Level Software Engineer to join our innovative technology team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing software solutions that contribute to the strategic objectives of our organization. This position involves working collaboratively within a dynamic environment to design, develop, and maintain software applications that are critical to our operations and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions: 

  • Expert at Linux cyber security practices, notably in SELinux (MAC) and other areas (DAC configuration, auditing, integrity monitoring (fapolicyd), iptables, systemd services (e.g., seccomp).
  • Experience with using automation tools like the SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)  practices for compliance against DoD security standards
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and functionality.
  • Engage with other team members in the planning of project timelines, implementation of design specifications, and system performance improvements.
  • Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and document software implementations to ensure development quality.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing software applications, enhancing user experience and system performance.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Demonstrated software development experience within the DoD industry.
  • Demonstrated understanding of software development principles and design patterns.
  • Demonstrated experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance.
  • Ability to travel domestically and/or ability to work extended hours as needed based on business demands.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Windows and UNIX based platforms (CENTOS/ROCKY/RHEL 8)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Git, GitLab or Bitbucket, and JIRA
  • Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices (Fortify)
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub).
  • Demonstrated understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

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