Software Engineer SME - DHS Clearance (Hybrid)

Job Title / Level

Software Engineer SME - DHS Clearance (Hybrid)

Clearance Required?

DHS Clearance

Location:

Arlington, VA 22202 US (Primary)
Telecommuter/Any State, US
Washington, DC 20373 US

% Travel

10 - 20%

Job Description

Are you an experienced Software Engineer, SME with expertise in software code and algorithm analysis, and Automated Information and Machine Learning (AI / ML) concepts and techniques? Do you have experience in organizing, planning, directing, and managing a team of Software Engineers performing code analysis? If so, then we have a great opportunity for you to support our U.S. Government customer.

This is a pipeline requisition designed to collect resumes for potential upcoming work at AMERICAN SYSTEMS and does not represent a current opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted when an opening/funding becomes available.

As a Software Engineer, SME you will:

• Lead a team of professionals and conduct software code and/or algorithm analysis across several software applications and products.
• Provide strategic advice regarding advanced AI / ML concepts, systems, and technologies, to support DHS CBP's mission needs.

Responsibilities of a Software Engineer, SME :

• Develop Code Analysis Strategy, determine technical objectives, and document an ongoing plan and schedule.
• Conduct analysis using automated and manual scanning tools (e.g., Veracode, Code DX, Fortify, Checkmarx, Whitesource).
• Assess industry best practices and latest technologies to ensure best of class code analysis process and tools.
• Ensure all software measures of effectiveness, measure of performance, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities are documented.
• Report metrics to gauge software quality, security effectiveness, and identify key risk areas.
• Maintain currency with emerging technologies/tools to identify code weaknesses and security flaws.
• Use knowledge of application architecture, design, development and secure coding principles and emerging standards to identify findings, communicate risks/remediation.
• Develop analysis reports with guidance to developers, recommended controls and countermeasures.
• Present and speak to technical and non-technical stakeholder audience on analysis results.
• Maintain awareness of the current vendor software security threat landscape.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning technologies that predict, optimize, and automate responses to threats.
• Determine relevant AI / ML techniques to meet DHS / CBP mission objectives.
• Provide thought leadership to assist in development of AI / ML strategy and program plans.
• Review complex algorithms; analyze and test to ensure expected results.
• Ensure measures are in place to increase transparency, accountability, and regularly monitor systems for potential bias and error.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $170,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

Who we are:

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

Job Requirements

• Active DHS Clearance, CBP Background Investigation, or ability to obtain clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 12+ years relevant experience.
• Previous experience with the Department of Homeland Security.
• Expertise in Code Analysis suite of tools and technologies.
• Well versed in machine learning principles.
• Understanding of Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) regulations, NIST Framework, CISA best practices and guidance related to cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

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