Security Software Engineer/Developer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Security Software Engineer/Developer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Regulatory clients in Rockville, MD.
We are looking for a Mid-level or Senior software engineer/developer with a strong background in software development, AWS, and security engineering. You'll be part of a team that is creating internal tools for the CIS (Cyber Information Security) team. You'll work collaboratively with stakeholders following an agile process to produce working software that makes our customers happy and productive in their jobs.
Responsibilities :

• Design, build, and maintain security tools and automated solutions for AWS infrastructure, applications, and development workflows.
• Develop internal applications, APIs, integrations, and automation using Python, Java, Go, JavaScript, TypeScript, Bash, or similar technologies.
• Develop automated remediation solutions for common AWS security findings and misconfigurations.
• Build and support secure web applications, backend services, and internal security products.
• Evaluate AWS services, open-source tools, and commercial security products through technical testing and proof-of-concept development.
• Troubleshoot complex integrations and independently deliver projects from initial design through production support.

Required Skills :

• At least five years of experience in software development, security engineering, cloud security, or DevSecOps.
• Strong programming experience in one or more languages, such as Python, Java, Go, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
• Experience developing web applications, APIs, or backend services.
• Practical experience with AWS and cloud-based application architectures.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, source control, automated testing, and agile development practices.
• An understanding of secure coding, access control, authentication, encryption, vulnerability management, and common application security risks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or STEM field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AWS services such as Lambda, Step Functions, CloudFormation, SNS, SQS, ECS, EC2 and Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
• Experience with Python, Java, Spring Boot, Docker/Containers, and Serverless technologies.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
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