Jobs at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

Develops and maintains Infrastructure as Code for automated deployment and configuration of Kubernetes-based applications. Responsibilities include managing Kubernetes clusters in classified and unclassified environments, debugging deployment issues, implementing automation, integrating software across complex environments, supporting secure coding and testing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The role requires Linux, networking, virtualization, scripting, cloud, containerization, and basic full-stack development skills. It is onsite in Arlington, VA, requires an active Secret clearance, and involves up to 10% travel.

Design, develop, test, and maintain software for missile defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, integrate APIs and components, participate in code reviews, support deployments, and produce technical documentation across the software lifecycle.

Leads a team developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code for automated deployment and configuration of Kubernetes-based applications. Responsibilities include managing Kubernetes clusters across unclassified and air-gapped environments, debugging deployment issues, designing cloud and virtualization solutions, developing automation, integrating software, supporting testing, mentoring engineers, and applying secure coding and AI-assisted development practices. The role is onsite in Arlington, Virginia, requires the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance, and includes up to 10% travel.

Perform systems engineering for Naval tactical applications: IT infrastructure configuration management, hardware/software integration, testing (land and at-sea), documentation, standards enforcement, user training, and support cross-functional teams to meet government security and performance requirements.

Develop, refactor, and modernize mission-critical Navy tactical software into a microservices-based, cloud-native and edge-capable architecture. Design, implement, and test code in C/C++/Python/JavaScript/Java; perform technical assessments of legacy systems; collaborate with customers and cross-site teams; support lab and government test integration; apply DevSecOps, Agile practices, and software architecture principles.

Lead RMF accreditation for Navy mission systems including ATO activities, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, and security engineering. Develop RMF artifacts (SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms), perform ACAS/Nessus scans and STIG checklist work, remediate vulnerabilities, manage authorization packages, maintain golden images and VMs, and coordinate with Navy AOs, SCAs, ISSMs, and program managers.

Design, refactor, and test mission-critical Navy tactical software into a modern microservices and cloud-native stack. Work on legacy code modernization, prototype AI/ML solutions, integrate components, support lab and field testing, elicit requirements, participate in architecture and code reviews, and follow DevSecOps and Agile practices to deliver production-ready tactical systems.

Leads cybersecurity accreditation and Risk Management Framework activities for U.S. Navy and Department of War mission systems. Responsibilities include ATO and cATO support, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, STIG compliance, security automation in CI/CD pipelines, secure Kubernetes and virtualization architectures, access control, infrastructure security, and RMF documentation. The role coordinates with government authorizing officials, assessors, ISSMs, and program managers while supporting on-site systems, networks, and security operations.

Integrate, test, and validate software solutions for mission-critical Department of Defense systems. Develop test plans, gather requirements, troubleshoot integrated applications, and collaborate with software, systems, and integration engineers. Support CI/CD pipelines, containerized environments, configuration management, third-party integrations, and software deployment. Provide developer feedback, participate in technical reviews, apply security and performance standards, and document progress and issues. The role is on-site in San Diego and requires travel up to 20%.

Develop, test, maintain, and deploy software applications for missile defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on capabilities, defect resolution, code reviews, debugging, integrations, documentation, and software modernization throughout the development lifecycle. The role involves Linux environments, databases, containers, version control, automation, secure development, and CI/CD practices while supporting mission-critical defense technologies.

Software Systems Engineer Interns develop, test, maintain, and deploy software applications for missile defense systems. They collaborate on requirements, coding, integration, debugging, code reviews, documentation, modernization, and sustainment throughout the software development lifecycle. The role involves Linux, databases, containers, automation scripting, CI/CD, testing, and secure development practices. This is a fully on-site internship requiring eligibility to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Develop, test, maintain, and deploy software applications for missile defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on features, defect resolution, integrations, debugging, code reviews, documentation, and software modernization throughout the development lifecycle. The role requires familiarity with version control, Linux, SQL, relational databases, and container technologies, with preferred experience in automation scripting, CI/CD, testing, DevSecOps, and Agile development.

Develop automated testing, analysis, and integration solutions for tactical systems and Aegis Combat Systems supporting DoD air and surface warfare platforms. Responsibilities include software design, coding, testing, requirements documentation, system integration, code and design reviews, customer collaboration, and full SDLC participation using Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.

Software Systems Engineer Interns develop, test, maintain, and deploy software applications for missile defense systems. Responsibilities include coding, debugging, code reviews, software integration, API and third-party technology integration, documentation, and lifecycle support. Interns collaborate across teams and contribute to requirements analysis, modernization, testing, and sustainment while applying secure software development and quality standards.

Software Test Engineer Interns integrate and test software across integrated mission systems, develop test plans, gather requirements, assess system functionality, and provide developer feedback. They collaborate with software, systems, and integration engineers to deliver reliable solutions. The role requires Java or C++ application development experience, teamwork, analytical ability, and attention to detail. Preferred experience includes Python, JavaScript, AI/ML, version control, networking protocols, Kubernetes, and Docker.

Supports cybersecurity assessment and secure deployment of mission-critical software. The intern works with cyber, software, systems, and integration engineers to assess solutions, provide secure-development feedback, define requirements, develop test plans, operate DevSecOps pipelines, review vulnerability scans, and help remediate security issues. The role involves Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, networking, container platforms, security scanning tools, and federal hardening standards. It is fully on-site in San Diego and requires ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Supports Employee Relations through focus group coordination, confidential documentation, engagement survey administration, data compilation, HR case file auditing, communications, and SOP development. The intern will create reports, organize cross-site engagement activities, manage the shared inbox, and present recommendations based on employee feedback. This fully on-site Arlington role includes up to 10% travel across company sites and requires the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Manage Linux endpoints, virtual desktop infrastructure, patch compliance, virtual machines, Red Hat Satellite, enterprise applications, databases, and security components. The role includes Linux administration, documentation, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration. Candidates need an associate degree or equivalent experience, three years of professional experience, Secret clearance eligibility, and willingness to travel up to 10%.

Manages classified information-system security and RMF compliance for a defense technology facility. Responsibilities include maintaining ATOs, eMASS documentation, security plans, continuous monitoring, audits, vulnerability scans, STIG compliance, incident investigations, change control, government assessments, and security training. Leads ISSOs and security administrators while supporting DevSecOps and classified data-transfer processes. Requires an active Secret clearance, substantial ISSM experience, IAM Level 3 certification, and proficiency with cybersecurity and systems-management tools.

Deploy and manage private-cloud virtualization, bare-metal servers, enterprise Linux, hardware, and physical and virtual networking infrastructure. Troubleshoot systems across the hardware, hypervisor, operating-system, and network stack; implement security configurations; and produce technical documentation. The role requires SWFTS and AN/BYG-1 domain expertise, collaboration across engineering teams, up to 10% travel, and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance. This is a fully onsite position in Fall River, Massachusetts.