Associate Cyber Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman

Test Engineer executing contractor testing against offensive cyber platforms. Collaborating in an Agile team and enhancing delivery pipelines based in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $83,800 - $125,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute contractor testing against an offensive cyber platform within a customer’s environment.
Develop and execute test plans and procedures using testing tools to ensure all acceptance criteria are met and the software quality conforms to established policy and standards.
Work in a team environment utilizing Agile processes to automate test cases and procedures for functional and non-functional domains, solving the most complex escalated issues.
Troubleshoot issues found during testing and relay to Field Service Engineers for resolution.
Participate in agile ceremonies and interface with the agile team(s) and other program staff as required.
Improve our continuous delivery pipeline, ensuring that we can roll out frequent, robust releases.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university with 0-2 Years with BS
A current, active DoD Top Secret Clearance. Must be eligible for SCI clearance.
Experience writing Python scripts.
Experience working System Test, SW Development and/or Systems Engineering.
Familiarity with CI/CD principles.
Experience with Windows/Linux operating systems & Virtual Machines (VMs).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonSystem TestingSoftware DevelopmentSystems EngineeringCI/CDWindowsLinuxVirtual Machines

Soft Skills

team collaborationproblem solvingcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Software EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Computer EngineeringDoD Top Secret ClearanceSCI clearance eligibility