Software Team Lead with Security Clearance

Company: Northrop Grumman

• Position: Software Team Lead
• Location: 9975 Federal Drive • Duration: long term, ongoing contract – we are a direct sub to the C2BMC program
• Clearance: Secret, will hold TS if you already have it
• Program – C2BMC "The Software Engineering Team Lead will support the design, implementation, and operation of software solutions to address program infrastructure challenges and enhance the efficiency and throughput of the Agile Release Train (ART). They will lead a team of 5–15 engineers, delivering high-quality software across projects using Python, Java, and Ansible. This role blends technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring a solid background in software development, infrastructure, and modern DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines. Essential Functions:
• Strong background in software engineering, solid understanding of physical and virtual IT infrastructure, and experience leading teams and projects
• Will regularly interface with customers to refine requirements and present technical solutions, ensuring alignment with program objectives and contractual commitments
• Operating in an Agile Scrum environment, the Team Lead will plan and execute work aligned with customer needs while driving engineering excellence, standardization, and continuous improvement across the team
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, providing technical direction and supporting their performance development
• Plan, coordinate, and execute software development activities across multiple projects and Agile Release Train (ART) initiatives
• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software solutions with Python, Java, and Ansible
• Drive the implementation of CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to enable efficient, reliable software delivery
• Serve as the primary technical lead, making design decisions and guiding the development of solutions to complex engineering problems
• Ensure adherence to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
• Interface directly with customers to gather requirements, clarify needs, and present technical solutions
• Manage technical, cost, and schedule performance, including risk identification, mitigation, and change management
• Establish and enforce engineering standards and best practices, and ensure compliance with program and contractual requirements
• Define, track, and communicate key performance metrics, project status, and resource needs to program and engineering leadership
• Perform any other tasks required by the program Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or 12 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
• Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CISSP, SecurityX, CCNA Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+ CE, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance
• A current and active Project Management certification, such as Project+, CAPM, or PMP, is required at the start date or must be obtained within 60 days of the start date
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities, capable of clearly explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated experience leading high-performing engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects
• Proven experience in software engineering, DevOps, or full-stack development, with a solid understanding of modern development practices
• Experience developing in Python, Java, or similar programming languages
• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and practicing Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Experience applying Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) to engineering teams
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects
• Experience managing and reporting on cost, schedule, and technical performance across projects or programs
• Experience working with customers and stakeholders, including presenting technical solutions and leading technical discussions
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance strategic (long-term) and tactical (short-term) priorities in a collaborative environment Preferred Qualifications:
• Applicants with a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application are highly preferred
• Prior experience as a Team Lead, Technical Lead, or Product Owner in an Agile environment
• Experience in developing, tracking, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as well as other engineering or program metrics
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn, evaluate, and apply new technologies in fast-paced environments
• Experience implementing or scaling CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within enterprise environments
• Experience with cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or similar)
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., automated testing, configuration management, and containerization)
• Experience supporting customer-facing programs, including presenting to senior stakeholders or to external customers
• Experience improving team processes, engineering standards, or Agile maturity within an organization
• Previous experience with C2BMC or comparable command-and-control systems"