Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly
About The Position
Microsoft is seeking a Software Engineer II for PLx (Protection Level X), a managed service that helps Department of Defense and Defense Industrial Base customers onboard to a shared enterprise IT environment. PLx uses Azure technologies, including Azure Virtual Enclaves, to isolate and secure sensitive mission workloads and support compliance. The role involves deploying and managing secure Microsoft services in cloud and hybrid environments, automating infrastructure and compliance, and supporting federal security requirements. The position is part of an agile, collaborative team focused on customer success, quality software, learning, and career development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and at least 2 years of technical engineering experience coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, or equivalent experience.
- Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Polygraph.
- Must meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements before offer and after hire; must pass clearance verification and the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
- U.S. citizenship is required and will be verified.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using AI coding assistants and agents to improve programming, debugging, testing, and software development productivity.
- Experience with Azure networking and ARM/Bicep deployments.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field and at least 3 years of technical experience in software engineering, network engineering, service engineering, systems engineering, or industrial controls, or a bachelor's degree in a listed or related field and at least 5 years of such experience, or equivalent experience.
- At least 1 year of technical experience working with large-scale cloud or distributed systems.
Responsibilities
- Architect, deploy, and manage secure Microsoft services in cloud and hybrid environments, including Active Directory, Exchange, and SharePoint.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and compliance enforcement using PowerShell scripts and Bicep templates.
- Ensure systems align with DoD STIGs, FedRAMP, and JSIG security frameworks.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement secure configurations, patching strategies, and continuous monitoring.
- Support incident response, vulnerability remediation, and audit readiness, including participation in on-call rotations.
- Maintain detailed documentation for accreditation and compliance reporting.
- Mentor engineers in secure systems design, automation, and federal compliance best practices.
- Embody Microsoft's culture and values.
Benefits
- Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation; details are provided on the Microsoft careers pay and benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
