What you'll do
Software Planning & Management
Define project scope, mission objectives, timelines, and deliverables for advanced cyber capability development
Gather, analyze, and prioritize stakeholder requirements within classified environments
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, vulnerabilities, and technical constraints throughout development
Estimate development effort, resource needs, and time requirements for complex capability builds
Design & Architecture
Produce detailed design documents, prototypes, and architectural diagrams
Design and implement diverse software architectures including microservices, monolithic systems, and event‑driven architectures
Develop conceptual, logical, and physical software models aligned with mission requirements
Ensure designs meet operational, performance, and security requirements for cyber operations
Development & Implementation
Write, test, debug, and refine code in multiple programming languages
Package proof‑of‑concept code into multi‑stage executables used for cyber effects and operations
Implement secure coding standards and security best practices throughout all development stages
Produce comprehensive technical documentation to support maintenance, modification, and operational use
Quality & Security
Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure compliance with cybersecurity, operational, and regulatory standards
Develop and execute unit, integration, system, and acceptance tests to validate code quality and mission readiness
Implement configuration management processes governing software code, builds, and artifacts
Validate software performance in operationally representative environments
What you'll need
5 years of software development experience with a focus on secure, mission‑critical applications
Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including
Python, C, C++, .NET, Java, Bash scripting
Experience with operating systems such as Linux, Windows, Android, iOS, or real‑time operating systems
Experience with cryptography, hashing, network protocols, and/or Wi‑Fi protocols
Bonus Points if you have
Bachelor's degree in technical field
Master’s degree in a relevant technical field
Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community missions
Knowledge of cyber operations concepts, requirements, and operational workflows
Experience with DevSecOps pipelines, automation tools, and secure build practices
Understanding of networking devices, infrastructure, and distributed systems
Ability to develop multi‑stage executables for cyber operations
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively within classified environments and cross‑functional cyber teams
Clearance
Must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph level security clearance
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$116,900—$243,100 USD
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