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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff C2E Software Architect - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $177,000.0 - $265,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Computer Graphics, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, DevOps, Hyper-V, Hypervisor, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Architecture, Network Segmentation, NoSQL, Windows PowerShell, Software Architecture, Role-Based Access Control, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, SAP (Applications), Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, System Software, Virtualization Technology, Google Cloud, Multi-Cloud, Gitlab, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, U-Boot, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Vmware - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e0c5e50ce298ae35 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and at least 12 years' experience, or STEM master's degree with 10 years' experience, or a STEM PHD with 8 years' experience. * Experience: 8+ years of architecting secure, distributed solutions * Core Technical Expertise: Cross Domain Solutions, Multi Level Security (Red/Black), Microsoft Azure, Cloud & distributed hardware architecture, Government furnished hardware/software (GFX/GFE), Field deployable systems * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs * Security Standards: NIST, JSIG, NSA, DoD Cyber-risk frameworks * Leadership: Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and manage large-scale IPTs Preferred Qualifications: * Cloud Platforms: AWS (including GovCloud), Google Cloud Platform (GCP) * Database Management: Design & administration of relational & NoSQL databases * Virtualization & VDI: Hypervisor deployments (VMware, Hyper V, KVM) and VDI * InfoSec Frameworks: NIST 800 53, NIST CSF, NSA security guidelines * DevOps & Automation: Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, Python, CI/CD tooling (GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps) * Zero Trust Architecture: Deep experience building Zero Trust networks and IAM/RBAC models * Edge & Ground Segment: Experience with edge computing nodes, field segment integration, and data center design (on prem, hybrid, multi cloud) * COTS Integration: DoD grade COTS, GFx hardened, secure boot * Agile Combat Employment (ACE): Philosophical understanding of system employment in ACE. Education & Certifications (Preferred) * MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Certified Cloud Architect (Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Google Professional Cloud Architect) * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent * DoD DoDI 8510.01 (Risk Management Framework) certification #Blue ## Description * Functional requirements development - Elicit, write, and prioritize functional requirements. * System engineering decomposition - Translate functional requirements into hardware and software architectures; define all interfaces. * Cameo Systems Modeler support - Guide development of Activity, Internal Block Diagram (IBD), and Block Definition Diagram (BDD) models. * Cyber architecture (JSIG/NIST) breakdown - Convert limited cyber requirements into detailed design artifacts. * Zero Trust, Role-based access control (RBAC) & Identity and access management (IAM) design - Architect Zero Trust networks, role based access controls, and IAM workflow diagrams. * Content Security Policy / Ground segment / Data center architecture - Design on prem, hybrid, edge, and CSP integrated solutions. * Multi Level & Cross Domain Solutions - Define processing levels, CD S interfaces, and data-filtering mechanisms. * Network architecture expertise - Micro segmentation, resiliency, network/security operations center (NOC/SOC) planning. * Automation & IaC - Implement Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, Python, etc., for repeatable provisioning. * CI/CD pipeline ownership - Build, test, and deploy software and infrastructure across the lifecycle. * Integration test planning & execution - Create test plans, validate data flows, verify real time command paths. * GRA / GFx / Open System software experience - Leverage open system architectures for mission critical software. * Container & VM experience - Deploy Docker, Kubernetes, VMware, Hyper V, KVM, etc., in hardened environments. * Secure / hardened / COTS integration - Incorporate DoD grade, GFx hardened, secure boot components. * Leadership / team coordination - Serve as lead engineer, IPT lead, technical manager, and mentor for junior staff. * Domain expertise - Defense, aerospace, missile, and mission critical C2 systems. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [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) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)