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# Software Engineer (Secret Clearance)

- **Company:** Akima
- **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $116,000.0 - $119,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Scrum Methodology, Secure Coding, Software Security, SC Clearance, Caseware, Information Technology, Code Restructuring, Devsecops
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9036269/software-engineer-secret-clearance

## About the Role

* Active Secret security clearance.
 * Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
 * Minimum 6-8 years IT experience.
 * IAT Level II certification.
 * Extensive experience with Customer Relationship Managment (CRM) systems.
 * Experience with DefenseReady and Defense Case Activity Tracking System (DCATS).
 * Experience with Azure, Microsoft 365, and secure coding practices in multi-domain environments is essential.

Desired Qualifications:

 * Preferred major in Information Technology.
 * Experience with the CaseWare.
 * Preferred: Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals; Certified Secure Software Lifecycle. Professionals; Certified Scrum Developer.

## Description

* Support the design, development, modernization, and sustainment of secure applications across DoD OIG's hybrid IT environments.
 * Implement cloud-native and cloud-agnostic solutions, supporting application re-hosting, re-factoring, and re-architecting efforts as part of cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
 * Develop and maintain secure, scalable code using Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity and RMF standards.
 * Perform unit and integration testing, support user acceptance testing (UAT), and contribute to the development of technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, infrastructure, and database administrators to ensure seamless deployment and operational continuity.


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