RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Sterling, VA.
Responsibilities:
* Senior Software Engineer will apply current analytical and logical thinking to the design, architecture, development, evaluation, testing, and integration of computer systems, appliances, and networks involving the architecture and implementation of the Splunk product
* Applies attention to detail for out of the box thinking with a problem-solving mindset, be able to work under pressure, and be able to deliver on tight delivery schedules are recommended soft skills
* Displaying superb understanding and be knowledgeable with a multitude of technologies to include firewalls, web application firewalls, VPNs, DNS, Data Loss Prevention, IDS/IPS, and proxies, to name a few
* Develops security systems for any manual or automated systems environments
* Ensuring the logging of mission and organizational data against unauthorized disclosure, accidental or intentional loss of data, or unauthorized modification
* Administering the management of all Splunk components, software, hardware, licensing, and all other aspects of the information system, as well as Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of the system
* Providing Splunk administration, management, troubleshooting, and testing
* As a Senior Software Engineer, you will support Projects and Project management personnel throughout the full software development lifecycle
* Managing technology roadmaps with each product and propose briefs and reports to elaborate on recommended actions based on best practices
* Working with a variety of different tools and appliances, security problems, and troubleshooting various complex issues
* Performing full product testing to the length of the products capabilities as required by the customer and the program
* Developing capabilities according to customer requirements and NIST, DHS, and Government guidelines and regulations
REQUIREMENTS:
* 8 years of directly relevant experience
* Experience and/or familiarity with the following network protection devices: Firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log analysis, malware analysis, network traffic flow and packet analysis
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.