Principal Cyber Software Engineer (J)

Cyber DevOps Engineer Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Cyber DevOps Engineer to support the Joint Cyber Weapons Common Services (JCWCS) program. JCWCS designs and implements mission applications that automate and scale intelligence-driven cyber operations. These services enable secure, timely delivery of optimal cyber payloads to authorized targets and support long-term and extended accesses, ensuring an adaptive posture in response to evolving cyberspace conditions and mission requirements. JCWCS integrates with multiple intelligence sources, higher-level command and control systems, and delivery platforms such as the Joint Common Access Platform. Together, these services streamline operational workflows, reduce manual operator burden, and enhance the speed, precision, and repeatability of offensive cyber missions. This role is intended for engineers performing in a Cyber DevOps / DevSecOps capacity, working closely with software engineers, cyber operators, and platform teams to develop, secure, deploy, and sustain mission applications and supporting infrastructure. The selected candidate will support CI/CD pipeline implementation and sustainment, cybersecurity integration, containerized application environments, system administration, operational support, and field support representative-type functions as needed to maintain mission effectiveness. Successful candidates should: Work effectively with software engineers, cyber operators, system administrators, and mission stakeholders Support development, integration, deployment, and sustainment activities across the software lifecycle Contribute to CI/CD pipeline implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement Apply cybersecurity practices within development and operational environments Support containerized environments and associated deployment workflows Assist with operational support, issue resolution, and user-facing sustainment activities Interface with geographically dispersed teams and communicate status, risks, and blockers clearly Thrive in a fast-paced mission environment requiring adaptability and collaboration Able to work 100% onsite Able to work as part of a rotating on-call team to provide after hours support as needed (typically one day per week).Basic Qualifications for DevOps Engineer (level 3):A high school diploma with 12 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experienceUS Citizenship is required Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph Current Security+ certification or equivalent certification meeting DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II requirements Experience in cybersecurity, software development, or operational support in a technical environment Experience working in containerized environments using Kubernetes and/or Docker Experience supporting Linux and/or Windows-based systems Experience supporting technical operations, deployment, sustainment, or troubleshooting activities