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This role will support a large federal cyber security analytic program.
ICF is actively recruiting for an experienced Software Developer to support the research and development of new cyber analytic capabilities that will help the US protect and defend its networks and critical information systems. This role will support a large federal cyber security analytic program. Your work will contribute to the knowledge of how cyber-attacks work, how vulnerabilities are exploited, and the way hostile cyber actors operate. We are looking for individuals that want to analyze and understand data to identify anomalies. Utilize your skills to help experiment and prototype future cyber capabilities for implementation at large-scale.
As a Software Developer, you will work with our customers, program subject matter experts, and researchers to evolve, automate, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities. Additionally, you will provide software engineering development and support, as well as oversight for other personnel. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!
This role is primarily telework-based with occasional meetings at client locations (Arlington, VA or Pensacola, FL) or ICF facilities within the Washington DC metro area.
Work closely with cyber personnel to understand manual analytic processes that are used to assist in the automation of those processes
Create automated analytic capability sets (e.g., signature, behavioral, heuristic, anomalous, unsupervised-learning, predictive, and emerging)
Develop new platforms to elicit operational effect
Support the design, development, and deployment of production systems adhering to the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline
Post-deployment support of continuous analysis through the full lifecycle of the capabilities
Perform functions associated with the analysis of information, refinement of analytics and countermeasure selection, reviewing output, and making upgrades/improvements to the performance of the analytics and countermeasures
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Development OR equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience, with at least an additional 5 years of applicable experience.
Position requires a minimum 1 year of Python Development experience
Must have a minimum 1 year of professional development experience using AWS serverless architecture
Demonstrated experience with federal cybersecurity requirements
Experience with a variety of analytics (e.g., file, network, host-based, etc.)
Active security clearance required as part of client contract requirements
US Citizenship required as part of client contract requirements
Experience with developing applications running on Big Data platforms such as Hadoop/Cloudera or Spark, Power BI
Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical details
Experience within some or all of these capability areas: Intrusion Detection, Analytics, Information Sharing, Intrusion Prevention, Core Infrastructure
Practical experience with the Databricks Intelligence Platform
Practical experience with Splunk to include Splunk Machine Learning (ML)
Machine Learning fundamentals and/or prior experience supporting ML efforts from a developer perspective
Experience with shell scripting using Bash, PowerShell, or equivalent
Experience with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump, Zeek, SiLK, or YAF
Experience within Cloud environments in or using technologies provided by AWS, Google, or Azure
Experience with monitoring/diagnosing activity at the host, application, network, Internet protocol, database, source code, and LAN layers or other areas preferred
Ability to prioritize and manage own workload
Experience in analytics associated with analyzing databases, source code, hosts, middleware, application, Local Area Network (LAN), and Internet networks across Open System Interconnect (OSI) model
Experience in developing real- or near real-time automation
AWS certification (Developer, DevOps, and/or Application Architect, etc.)
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) or higher certification level preferred
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Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
$98,614.00 - $167,644.00
Virginia Client Office (VA88)
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