> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2227696-junior-python-software-engineer-239k-yr-ts-sci-fs-poly](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2227696-junior-python-software-engineer-239k-yr-ts-sci-fs-poly). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Python Software Engineer [$239k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly - **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC. - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $239,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Kerberos (Protocol), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Linux System Administration, Scrum Methodology, Role-Based Access Control, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Software Engineering, Software Systems, High Performance Computing, Okta, Git, Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9113580/junior-python-software-engineer-239kyr-tssci-fs-poly ## About the Role Candidates must already possess an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Full Scope Polygraph to be considered. Summary: * Implement access controls and permission mechanisms to secure critical High Performance Computing (HPC) system resources. * Develop automation workflows and software solutions to maintain compliance with security policies and industry standards. * Support infrastructure orchestration and CI/CD pipelines in an enterprise Linux environment. Qualifications & Compensation: * Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * Years of experience: 5+ years * Total Compensation: $239k+ yearly Job Description: * Implement Access Controls and permissions including RBAC and HBAC in a Linux environment. * Develop software solutions and automation scripts using Python and Bash. * Perform Linux systems administration tasks, including user and group management. * Develop Ansible playbooks to orchestrate automated provisioning of HPC hardware and software components. * Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and Jenkins. * Utilize Git source control for code collaboration and configuration management. * Work with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions such as KeyCloak, FreeIPA, SSSD, LDAP, and Kerberos. * Collaborate within Agile/Scrum frameworks utilizing tools like Docker, JIRA, and Confluence. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe) - [Fullstack developer salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/197-fullstack-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023)