Software Engineer 3

Skip to main contentSign InSoftware Engineer 3 page is loadedSoftware Engineer 3ApplylocationsUSA MD Annapolis Junctiontime typeFull timeposted onPosted 14 Days Agojob requisition idRQ221446Type of Requisition:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:Software EngineeringJob Qualifications:Skills:Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)Certifications:NoneExperience:8 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:SOFTWARE ENGINEER PRINCIPALTransform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer Principal at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACTThe Software Engineer shall be responsible for the engineering, implementation, integration, and sustainment of the Delinea Tools Suite in a Linux environment. This role ensures secure credential management, privileged access controls, secrets management, and automation capabilities that align with mission security and compliance requirements. The Software Engineer shall serve as the SME for all Delinea technologies running on Linux systems and shall collaborate closely with security, infrastructure, and DevOps teams.WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEEDBring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Principal must have:● Education: Bachelor of Science● Experience: 8+ years of related experience● Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/ PolygraphPosition Required Skills    Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools    Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python    Recent software development experience using Python and Java    Strong background in Linux administration such as RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu    Hands-on experience implementing or supporting at least one Delinea product (e.g., Secret Server, Privilege Manager, DevOps Secrets Vault)    Experience integrating Delinea with directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, FreeIPA).     Understanding of identity and access management (IAM), privileged access management (PAM), certificate-based authentication, and security best practices    Experience troubleshooting system-level issues in distributed environments, including logs, services, networking, and authentication    Familiarity with API-based integrations, RESTful services, and secrets automation in CI/CD pipelines    Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles and automation tools such as Ansible and SaltStack     Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and associated secret‑handling patterns    Experience with the sustainment and support of large Linux clusters including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution  Position Desired Skills    Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence     Experience supporting enterprise security tools or working in a cybersecurity-focused software engineering roleGDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.#MD_2026Alumni#IntelligenceEngineeredThe likely salary range for this position is $175,950 - $238,050. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather,...