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Software Engineer - Clearance Required (TS/SCI/FSP)

SSATI
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer - Clearance Required (TS/SCI/FSP) position at SSATI?

Please note: All positions require candidates to currently hold an active Top-Secret SCI Clearance with a Full-Scope Polygraph. This is not an opportunity to be sponsored or nominated for a clearance.

 

Company Overview

 

SSATI is an information technology services provider specializing in contract work with the federal government and defense agencies. Founded in 2003 by engineers from the Intelligence Community, we were built on a simple principle: put engineers first while supporting the mission.

 

We prioritize our employees and have cultivated a strong, family-like culture while supporting some of the nation’s most critical programs. Local publications consistently recognize SSATI as one of the Best Places to Work.

 

We support contracts across software engineering, systems engineering, system administration, cybersecurity, exploitation analysis, and more. If you have the clearance and experience, we’d love to connect.

 

Why Join SSATI?

 

  • 40 active government contracts
  • 80% of leadership promoted from within
  • 20% of employees are U.S. military veterans
  • Average employee tenure: 5 years

 

Benefit Highlights

 

  • 401(k): 8% match, no vesting schedule
  • Health Insurance: 100% premium coverage for individuals / 85% premium coverage for families / Deductible is fully covered through company-funded HRA
  • PTO: 32 days annually
  • Hobby Bonus: $1,000 annually to explore any hobby or new tech interest
  • Professional Development: SSATI covers the cost and time for any approved training or certifications
  • 20 additional benefits

 

Role Description

 

We are seeking multiple Software Engineers with a TS/SCI with a Full-Scope Polygraph, for multiple contract openings. Located in the Fort Meade/Annapolis Junction area. Specific role details will be shared prior to the interview. This is a general post for any cleared Software Engineers looking for new opportunities that meet the minimum qualifications below.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

  • Active Top-Secret/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph clearance
  • 7 years of experience as a Software Engineer
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline (4 years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree)
  • Can commute on-site to the Annapolis Junction area

 

Typical Tech Stacks Across Our Contracts

(Note: You are not expected to have experience in all; this is a snapshot of what our engineers use across all Contracts. This is a general post for any cleared Software Engineers. Specific tech stack changes with each open position)

 

  • Languages & Frameworks: Java, Python, C, C , JavaScript, Bash, Spring Boot, React, Angular, Node.js
  • Cloud: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB), Azure, GCP
  • DevOps & Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, Terraform, Ansible
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch
  • Cyber/Networking: Wireshark, Snort, PKI, TLS/SSL, Zero Trust, pfSense, Ingress-Nginx, XKeyscore
  • Specialized Tools: SIGINT, CNO, Reverse Engineering, VMware, Kernel Development, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana, HPC systems

 

Compensation

 

  • Salary Range: $100,000 – $270,000 (paid bi-weekly)

 

Interested? Let’s Chat!

 

  • Apply here or email me directly at Jakob.Czerny@SSATI.com


Please note: All positions require candidates to currently hold an active Top-Secret SCI Clearance with a Full-Scope Polygraph. This is not an opportunity to be sponsored or nominated for a clearance.

Salary : $100,000 - $270,000

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