Software Engineer(AFLCMC/ESAW)

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer, to be located remotely or in Omaha, NE in support of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Weather Systems Branch (AFLCMC/ESAW) . This position will provide Software Engineering and Development support to the Numerical Weather Models (NWM) program directly working with 557 Weather Wing (557 WW) software development teams to design, develop, and maintain secure software solutions, integrate DevSecOps practices, and ensure security and compliance throughout the Software Development Life Cycle while collaborating with agile teams to deliver high-quality, secure software. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on critical national defense systems while working with cutting-edge DevSecOps technologies in a collaborative, mission-focused operational environment.

vSecOps & Software Development
* Design, develop, and maintain secure software solutions within an agile development framework
* Implement DevSecOps practices including automated security testing, code scanning, and vulnerability assessment throughout the CI/CD pipeline
* Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to translate high-level requirements into detailed technical designs and user stories
* Develop and maintain automated build, test, deployment, and infrastructure provisioning scripts
* Conduct peer code reviews and security assessments to ensure adherence to secure coding practices

Security & Compliance
* Integrate security controls and compliance requirements into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
* Perform Software Quality Assurance (SQA) to ensure developed software meets defined security and quality specifications
* Analyze and remediate security vulnerabilities identified through automated scanning and manual testing
* Maintain documentation for security controls, compliance artifacts, and risk assessments

Technical Engineering
* Apply advanced software engineering principles to analyze requirements, design solutions, and evaluate operational feasibility
* Develop comprehensive technical documentation including architecture diagrams, flowcharts, and system specifications
* Conduct systems analysis and recommend process improvements for enhanced security and operational efficiency
* Evaluate, test, and recommend software tools and technologies that support secure development practices

Agile Team Collaboration
* Actively participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and sprint reviews
* Collaborate with government lead engineers, users, and stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver value iteratively
* Contribute to continuous improvement of team processes and DevSecOps practices

Technical Skills
* Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience across the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
* Strong software design and coding expertise with secure development practices. Expertise with Python required.
* Comprehensive understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
* Proficiency in DevSecOps tools and practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security integration. Experience with Gitlab, preferred
* Experience with infrastructure as code, containerization, and cloud security practices
Domain Expertise
* Proven experience supporting Department of Defense software development projects
* Understanding of government compliance requirements and security frameworks
* Experience working in classified environments and handling sensitive information

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility

Certifications: Current CSSLP or equivalent certification required. Security+ or equivalent certification with 6 months to obtain CSSLP acceptable

Education combined with years of Experience:

Advanced Degree (MA/MS) with 10+ years of relevant experience (12+years preferred), including minimum of 5 years supporting the DoD
• OR, BA/BS with 12+ years of relevant experience (15+years preferred), including minimum of 5 years supporting the DoD
• OR, 18+ years of relevant experience (20+years preferred) with minimum of 8 years supporting the DoD (in lieu of a degree)

Additional Information
Location: Offutt AFB, NE
On-site/Hybrid/Remote: Remote
Travel: 10%