Description The Digital Modernization Sector is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a
Software Development Engineer supporting the Global Solutions Management - Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at DISA. This role will be critical in the Operations, Sustainment, Maintenance, Repair, and Defense of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) within the DOD Information Network (DODIN) for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). You'll also play a key part in innovating and transforming DISA's operational mission.
This role is primarily remote, but applicants must reside within commuting distance to Scott AFB, IL or Ft. Meade, MD for on-site support. Primary Responsibilities: - Design and implement automated CI/CD build and deployment pipelines using tools such as Jenkins (CloudBees), Artifactory, Kubernetes (OpenShift), Docker, Ansible, and Bitbucket.
- Create automated testing solutions leveraging tools like Ansible, Selenium, JMeter, and JUnit.
- Support the deployment, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Kafka and Elastic clusters.
- Integrate network data into an Elastic (ELK) stack hosted in AWS cloud environments.
- Ensure applications conform to DoD security standards, including compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Manage JIRA projects, workflows, permissions, and user settings while customizing JQL as necessary.
- Develop reports, dashboards, and workflows within JIRA, enhancing project visibility.
- Test new JIRA tool versions and plugins for compatibility and performance.
- Collaborate with an Agile team through daily scrums, demonstrating progress and engaging with team members across remote locations.
- Communicate effectively to ensure project objectives are met while troubleshooting installation, infrastructure, and system issues.
- Independently identify, report, and mitigate technical risks proactively.
Basic Qualifications: - Must be a US Citizen
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, plus 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's degree with less than 2 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain a security certification that meets DOD 8570 IAT level II or higher, such as Security+ CE or CISSP, within 14 days of start date.
- Experience in software development within an Agile framework, demonstrating adaptability to new technologies.
- Strong multitasking and self-management skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a distributed team.
- Proficiency with version control systems such as Git and Bitbucket.
- Familiarity with the Atlassian suite, particularly JIRA functionality and administration.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with JIRA and Confluence administration.
- Ability to create custom dashboards and integrate projects with Confluence pages effectively.
- Experience working on a Linux platform with a foundational understanding of Software Engineering principles.
- Exemplary communication skills for effective collaboration, insightful status updates, and presentations to various stakeholders.
- Proven organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and documentation practices.
Preferred Qualifications: - Comprehensive experience through the full software development lifecycle, including production deployments.
- Agile development experience with strong learning capabilities in fast-evolving projects.
- Proficient with programming languages such as Python and Java, and SQL, including experience with JSON/REST web services.
- Experience in cloud-based software development, particularly with AWS.
- Development of DevOps pipelines using tools like Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, Artifactory, and Ansible.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies, including Kubernetes and Docker.
- Knowledge of Git workflows and experience with collaboration tools like GitHub/Bitbucket.
- Experience integrating JIRA with Bitbucket and Confluence.
- Ability to write custom JQL for advanced reporting in JIRA.
- Background in remote team collaboration within an Agile framework, with Agile certification as a plus.
- Experience in software design, research, and API integration.
- Proficiency in creating software design artifacts and comprehensive documentation.
- Experience leading reviews for code and related documentation.
- Familiarity with network performance and security management tools.
- Background in developing software for DoD environments, specifically DISA, with adherence to security standards.
- An active DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Current security certification meeting DOD 8570 IAT level II or higher, such as Security+ CE or CISSP.
Original Posting: March 31, 2025
For U.S. Positions: This job requisition is expected to remain open for at least 3 days, closing no earlier than 3 days post-original posting date.
Pay Range: $67,600.00 - $122,200.00
The pay range for this position serves as a general guideline only and does not guarantee compensation. Factors considered for offers include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other relevant factors.