Engineering Co-Op Summer 2026 (TS Required)
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About this role
***US Citizenship Required Due to Federal Government Requirements***
Shape the Future of National Cybersecurity with Parsons
Are you ready to design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge technical solutions that make a real impact in the national cybersecurity domain? At Parsons Special Programs and Systems Group, we’re looking for talented and driven cleared software engineers to join our elite team of developers, computer scientists, and cyber specialists. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that protect and advance national security while growing your skills alongside industry leaders.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Work: Be part of a team that develops specialized software solutions for critical cybersecurity challenges.
- Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience with the latest technologies and tools while working on impactful projects.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside top-tier professionals in a supportive and dynamic setting.
- Flexibility: Choose between a summer internship or a longer co-op to fit your career goals.
What You’ll Do:
- Participate in or lead design and code reviews to ensure quality and innovation.
- Develop real-time, stream, and batch processing software that drives mission success.
- Build scalable, web-based data visualization and analytic platforms using technologies like Java, Spring, ETL pipelines, microservices, and scalable databases (Hadoop, Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL).
- Create and deploy software using Python, Gradle, Docker, Vagrant, Ansible, Maven, GitLab, and Bash.
- Explore and learn new software and hardware technologies to stay ahead of the curve.
What We’re Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
- Active Top Secret SCI Clearance (mandatory for this role).
- Ability to work in person at our Centreville, VA location.
- Currently pursuing a degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in Java, C++, or JavaScript development.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active TS SCI w/Polygraph clearance.
- Experience working in a Linux development environment.
- Knowledge of networking concepts, including the OSI model.
- DevOps experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab, Gradle, CMake, Zabbix, and Vagrant.
- Advanced C++ experience with Boost, TBB, and DPDK.
- Virtual machine and containerization experience (e.g., VMware, Libvirt, Docker, Podman).
- Deployment scripting experience with Ansible or Salt.
- Operational Linux skills with technologies like SNMP, NTP, Systemd, Cron, DNF, and Git.
- SQL experience with databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- NoSQL experience with platforms like Hadoop, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB.
- Spring Boot development experience.
- Scripting expertise with Python, Bash, or Shell.
- Front-end (full-stack) development experience with Angular and Material-UI using TypeScript.
What Sets Us Apart:
At Parsons, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers. You’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter, with access to cutting-edge tools and technologies. We value innovation, collaboration, and personal growth, and we’re committed to helping you succeed.
Ready to Make an Impact? Join us in Centreville, VA, and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of national cybersecurity. Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding and impactful career.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.