Bestgate Engineering · 1 week ago
Cleared Senior Software Engineer - Python
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $230K/yr
20+ years expBestgate Engineering is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development of advanced cyber sensor and analytic modernization capabilities. This position is ideal for a cleared engineer with a strong background in network analysis and Python scripting who is ready to contribute to a high-impact mission.
AerospaceComputerSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leading analytic software development efforts supporting cyber defense initiatives
Writing scripts and automation tools using Python for network analysis, parsing, and data enrichment
Parsing protocol and file formats and developing analytic fingerprints and plugins for Agency tools
Analyzing passive network traffic (e.g., pcap) with tools such as Wireshark
Applying deep knowledge of common network protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, SMTP, SSH)
Supporting secure and scalable analytic solutions in mission-critical environments
Collaborating with other engineers and stakeholders to modernize cyber capabilities
Qualification
Required
20+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, including work on analytic or cyber systems
Advanced proficiency in Python for scripting, data manipulation, and integration tasks
Understanding of network exploitation techniques and associated analysis tools
Experience analyzing packet capture (pcap) data with passive tools such as Wireshark
Ability to identify and parse network protocols and file formats for use in analytic workflows
Familiarity with developing analytic fingerprints and plugins for Agency processing systems
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
Benefits
PTO: Starting at 26 days with options to increase or decrease for personal needs.
401k: 7% gift, fully vested from day one!
Free Medical, Dental, Vision: Coverage for employees and dependents.
$5,000 in Training: For certifications, conferences, and continued learning.
End-of-Year Bonuses: Recognizing your hard work.
Morale-Building Hours: 8 hours annually for team-building activities.
Company
Bestgate Engineering
Bestgate Engineering provide software and system engineering solutions to aerospace industries, intelligence community and DoD.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase