Programmer Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 545 Job Title: Programmer Specialist Location: 2001 Brainard Road Fort Huachuca, Arizona 85613 Clearance Level: Active DoD - Top Secret Required Certification(s): • Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. Additional certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for experience but vary by certification. SUMMARY Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) Test Evaluation and Certification II Services (TEC II) contract provides technical solutions for the DOD in support of Test and Evaluation (T&E) services and T&E enabling services. JITC's service requirements are categorized in the following areas: T&E Performance Requirements, T&E Capability Management Requirements, T&E Capability Requirements, and Overarching Contract and Task Order (TO) Requirements. TEC Services are provided to DoD Combatant Commanders/Services/Agencies, federal and state agencies, coalition partners, and commercial entities to aid in the design, development, acquisition, integration, deployment, operational use, and sustainment of new and enhanced IT/NSS capabilities. Performs software development and maintenance of applications and systems for the Defense Intelligence Systems Enterprise (DISE) Test and Evaluation Focus Team (TEFT) at the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC). Plans and coordinates all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of the DISE TEFT's applications. Conducts software coding, debugging, and testing of DISE TEFT applications and systems. Documents requirements for applications, systems, and databases. Documents software designs, test lab operating procedures, and testing needs. Consults with end users to test and debug applications. May serve as an expert in all aspects of software design, development, and maintenance and may support multiple development projects. Responsible for developing, distributing, enforcing, and integrating best practices and technology standards within the DISE TEFT. Collects, analyzes, and reports information on the capabilities of products and systems. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Directly supports the DISE TEFT lab environment at JITC, Fort Huachuca, AZ. • Must be familiar with automated testing tools and data collection. • Must be familiar with various programming languages (such as C++, Java, Python, etc.) and in the design and implementation of user and web-service interface tools across an enterprise of network services connected by a common set of protocols, standards, and policies. • Specific job duties include creating/modifying software and scripts for automated testing and data collection to perform performance and functional testing of enterprise systems and various federated web services. • Must be comfortable leading the lab's programmer team. QUALIFICATIONS Required Certifications • Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. Additional certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for experience but vary by certification. Education, Background, and Years of Experience • Requires a Bachelor's degree; or an Associate's degree with at least 4 years of experience, or a minimum of 60 semester hours of formal education working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience; or at least 8 years of experience is required. Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization be substituted for experience or education but vary by certification. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties. ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills • Strong/Natural understanding of and ability to demonstrate the Agile Defense Core Values: Happy, Helpful, Honest, Humble, Hungry, Hustle. • Must be familiar with various programing languages (such as; C++, Java, Python, etc.). • Experience with developing automation tools. Able to quickly learn and become proficient with new software applications and tools. • Good oral and written communication skills. Good analytical and critical thinking skills. Have practical and working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications (word, ppt, excel, outlook, etc). • Secret clearance is required at time of hire. Preferred Skills • Desired Skills: • Experience with creating user interfaces to allow data collectors to retrieve and analyze data from various federated web services. • Experience creating browser interfaces to interface with services, APIs, and to present results (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, etc.). • Experience with automating Web queries and/or data analysis. Experience developing and testing in Linux and Windows environments. • TS/SCI clearance. • Ability to read and analyze XML and JSON documents. • Experience with Apache Kafka, Microsoft Report Builder, Wireshark, Portecle, NetBeans, Microsoft. • Structured Query Language servers and databases. • Experience with PKI and SSL/TLS security procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions • Government site with 0%-30% travel possible. Alternative work sites allow for regular telework or remote work flexibilities with prior coordination and authorization through the supervisor and COR. Regardless of where work is performed, the Contractor shall ensure that work is completed effectively and that mission needs and requirements are met, without degradation of services. Strength Demands • Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Physical Requirements • Stand or Sit; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See; Push or Pull Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35 (c)

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