Software Integration Engineer

About the role

Fathom 4 (www.fathom4.com) is a defense services company committed to supporting its employees, clients, troops, and community. This position requires a government security clearance and is open to US Citizens only.

Responsibilities

• Integrate software baselines for current and future systems.
• Analyze, develop, test, and modify hardware and/or software interfaces and solutions to meet user requirements.
• Cook with users to identify data availability, report requirements, and systems design problems.
• Define system objectives and prepare system design specifications to meet user requirements and solve interface problems.
• Review work products for correctness, adherence to design concepts, and user standards, and ensure progress according to schedules.
• Prepare status reports and presentations on task performance to clients.
• Maintain disciplined software release control and configuration management.
• Cook with DoD Cyber methodology and standards and work within a Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Provide technical documentation for users through installation and configuration of the systems.

Minimum Skills and Requirements

• Education: BS degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant IT major from an ABET accredited program required. In lieu of a degree, an abundance of real work experience with a Sec+ certification will be considered.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in software integration, design, and development with Windows or Linux (preferably both).
• Languages: Experience with scripting in at least two languages: PowerShell, NSIS, VBScript, JavaScript, Batch, and/or Bash.
• Databases: Proficient with relational databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Computer Science Fundamentals: Understanding of computer science fundamentals, design patterns, data structures, encryption algorithms, and well-known ports & protocols.
• Methodologies: Proficiency with Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Virtual Environments: Experience with virtual environment setup and support using VMware ESXi.
• Operating Systems: Engineering experience with Microsoft Windows 10 OS or Microsoft Windows Server OS, RHEL OS engineering environments, Network interconnection setup and support experience using Cisco IOS or Netgear OS.
• Security: Experience in scanning, patching, and mitigating cybersecurity vulnerabilities using ACAS and SCAP.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of end users and technical resources.
• Able to operate effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills for software build plans and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to propose solutions.
• Capability to automate installation and configuration of operating systems and software.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements and compliance, including DISA STIG and RMF controls.
• Ability to provide SME (Subject Matter Expert) and fleet support, troubleshoot issues, and validate solutions.

Security Clearance

Must be a US Citizen. Current DoD SECRET minimum security clearance preferred or the ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance is required. A SECRET level security clearance is required as military base and facility access is critical and must be maintained throughout employment.

Location

The work location is N. Charleston, SC, with 0-5% travel expected. This is an on-site position.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Prior DCGS or military experience a HUGE plus!
• Experience with DoD PKI, SSL, or OAuth 2.0 security protocols.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise product suite and ArcGIS Client applications.
• Experience with Global Command and Control System – Joint (GCCS-J).
• Experience with the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for custom Windows image deployment.
• Engineering experience with Android OS.
• Experience drafting technical manuals using MIL-STD-38784.
• Virtual machine engineering experience using Hyper-V or VMware Workstation.
• Experience analyzing network traffic using tools like Wireshark.
• Containerization experience using Kubernetes, Docker, or equivalent software.
• Automation experience using Ansible.