Engineer IV (E4) - Software Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Serves as the Senior Software Engineering Subject-Matter Expert, leading the design, development, integration, and sustainment of cyber-secure software solutions and tools for Naval Control Systems (NCS). This role provides technical leadership across modeling and simulation environments, system assessments, testing activities, and DevSecOps-driven development pipelines. The engineer ensures that software capabilities are architected for security, performance, and reliability while supporting mission-readiness objectives and Navy cybersecurity requirements. In addition, the position collaborates closely with cross-disciplinary engineering teams, contributes to technical strategy and roadmap planning, and helps guide the adoption of modern engineering practices that strengthen the resilience and effectiveness of NCS programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide software lifecycle support following SEP with applicable CMMI/IEEE standards.
• Design, develop, and/or modify tools for modeling/simulation, vulnerability assessment, threat analysis, and risk assessment.
• Develop source code in high-level languages (e.g., C/C++, C#, Java, Python, Rust) and utilize IDEs (Visual Studio, Eclipse).
• Simulate/emulate/analyze PLC control logic (SOW 3.1.4); design GUIs/HMIs.
• Apply TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, and SNMP networking in system architecture/design (SOW 3.1.6).
• Use industrial control protocols (e.g., Modbus, VME bus) to develop software that interprets/analyzes information flows and exploits/mitigations.
• Employ issue tracking tools (Jira/GitLab) and Agile (Scrum/Kanban) practices.
• Develop in virtualized environments (Xen, VMware, VirtualBox) and produce dashboards/reports on cybersecurity posture.
• Build and query data solutions (Access, SQL/NoSQL, CSV, RDF/OWL) and interchange formats (JSON, XML, SysML).
• Develop distributed/HPC code with efficient resource usage and PBS Professional job scheduling; implement unit tests.
• Design secure applications compliant with latest NIST standards; implement DevSecOps pipelines and build automation (Gradle/Maven).
• Develop on cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), automate deployments, and apply secure coding practices in Linux/SELinux/XEN environments.
• Employ IDS/IPS, ethical hacking, threat modeling, DLP/AV/anti-malware, and design test tools (simulators/emulators/message pumps).
• Lead software unit/system tests, change packages/peer reviews, maintain skills, and enforce configuration/version control.
• Plan and execute software security analyses; perform static/dynamic code analysis; document and troubleshoot integration/test issues.
• Administer CM across software artifacts; develop installation plans/SOPs; maintain documentation (release notes, user manuals).

Required Skills and Experience

• Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a Master of Science in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, or Machine Learning.
• Seven (7) or more years of professional experience.
• Experience as an electrical, computer, or software engineer-or as a computer/data/information scientist-working with hardware/software systems in environments such as Naval Control Systems (NCS), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), or warehouse automation.
• Background in cybersecurity systems, DevOps/DevSecOps, or Machine Learning.
• Software development experience using one or more high-level languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C++), with additional experience in MATLAB, R, Python, or similar analytical languages preferred.
• Secure software engineering expertise for cyber-physical and ICS environments (NCS/ICS), including PLCs and industrial communication protocols.
• Proficiency in major programming languages (Java, Python, Go, C++), with familiarity in C/C++, C#, and Rust, plus MATLAB/R for analytical work.
• Hands-on experience with Agile/DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, build automation, code quality tools (SAST/DAST), and automated testing frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP, multicast), virtualization, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and container/microservices architectures.
• Experience with data modeling, RDF/OWL ontologies, and SPARQL-based querying/validation, including the ability to generate clear decision-support visuals and reports.
• Excellent technical writing, documentation, and peer-review skills, with the ability to mentor teams and lead complex system integrations.
• Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location: United States - Remote

• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is up to $89,414. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

Pantheon Data Important Information

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team at Recruiting@pantheon-data.com or by phone (571) 363-4020.

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