Cleared Senior Software Engineer - Python

Bestgate Engineering
📍 Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description

Cleared Senior Software Engineer - Python Bestgate Engineering is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development of advanced cyber sensor and analytic modernization capabilities.


This position is ideal for a cleared engineer with a strong background in network analysis and Python scripting who is ready to contribute to a high-impact mission. **Up to 60% telework is available.** What You Will Be Doing:



  • Leading analytic software development efforts supporting cyber defense initiatives.

  • Writing scripts and automation tools using Python for network analysis, parsing, and data enrichment.
  • Parsing protocol and file formats and developing analytic fingerprints and plugins for Agency tools.
  • Analyzing passive network traffic (e.g., pcap) with tools such as Wireshark.
  • Applying deep knowledge of common network protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, SMTP, SSH).


  • Supporting secure and scalable analytic solutions in mis...

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Job Details

  • Location Annapolis Junction, Maryland
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Computer Occupations
  • Posted Date June 07, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 17, 2026