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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Systems Engineer (Java, C/C++, Python) - **Company:** Apex Systems LLC - **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $176,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Services, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Perl (Programming Language), VMware ESX Servers, Hyper-V, Hypervisor, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Software Deployment, Software Systems, TCP/IP, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, VMware Virtualization, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Virtual Environment, Deployment Automation, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** June 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8940421/software-systems-engineer-java-cc-python ## About the Role Secret Security Clearance (Eligibility) - Security+CE - Proven experience engineering automated software packages for deployment in virtual environments - Demonstrated Proficiency in at least 3-4 of the following: Java, JavaScript, C++, C#, Perl, Python, AutoIT - Ability to write programs processing multiple input types - Experience with automation frameworks (Ansible Playbooks a plus) - Advanced scripting for deployment automation, Must-Have: * Proven experience engineering automated software packages for deployment in virtual environments * Proficiency in scripting languages: AutoIT, Python, PowerShell, Perl Software Engine * Experience with IAVA patches, OS updates, third-party applications, and security fixes * Ability to create validation mechanisms for multiple input types (command-line arguments, environmental variables, input streams) Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Direct experience packaging and deploying software with DoD cybersecurity standards compliance * Track record of implementing repeatability and accuracy controls in deployment packages 2. Virtualization Expertise Must-Have: * Hands-on experience with Type-1 and Type-2 hypervisors * Proficiency in VMware ESXi/vSphere, VMware Workstation, and Microsoft Hyper-V * Ability to design, provision, and administer secure virtualized infrastructures Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Experience maintaining high-availability environments for mission-critical systems * Knowledge of virtual machine lifecycle management 3. Operating System Administration Must-Have: * Modern Windows OS expertise (Windows 11, Windows Server 2016 or higher) * Linux administration experience (Red Hat Enterprise Linux preferred) * Windows Group Policy enforcement knowledge Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Experience deploying Windows OS packages in enterprise DoD environments * System hardening and OS-level security implementation experience 4. Security & Compliance Must-Have: * Deep knowledge of DISA STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guidelines) * Experience applying STIGs to ensure compliance * Understanding of DoD Information Assurance guidelines * IAVA (Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert) compliance experience Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Track record conducting vulnerability analysis and reporting * Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) * Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain 5. Networking Fundamentals Must-Have: * Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS * Experience with Cisco networking hardware or equivalent * Knowledge of routing and switching concepts Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Experience implementing network-level controls in virtualized environments * Understanding of secure network architectures 6. Programming & Scripting Must-Have: * Demonstrated Proficiency in at least 3-4 of the following: Java, JavaScript, C++, C#, Perl, Python, AutoIT * Ability to write programs processing multiple input types * Experience with automation frameworks (Ansible Playbooks a plus) Ideal Candidate Demonstrates: * Advanced scripting for deployment automation * Experience with validation and error-handling mechanisms PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance as a condition and continuation of employment* ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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