Cyber Capability Developer III - Digital Forensics

Noblis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,700 - 188,725; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking a cleared Cyber Capability Developer III - Digital Forensics to support a federal law enforcement customer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on building and extending Python‑based back‑end and React front‑end capabilities for digital forensics and incident response workflows.

Responsibilities include developing full‑stack applications, processing diverse forensic data formats, containerizing with Docker, and scripting in Bash/PowerShell.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility and CI polygraph ability.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s or higher with 8+ years of experience (or Associate with 11+ years; High School with 14+ years).
• Experience with Python development.
• Ability to rapidly prototype and deliver functional tools under operationally driven timelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full‑stack applications using Python (Django) on the back end and React (JavaScript) on the front end to support forensic analysis workflows.
• Create new processing capabilities for data formats encountered during investigations.
• Develop scripts and modules that extend the functionality of the existing forensic toolkit.
• Broaden use cases of existing cyber tools to address evolving operational requirements.
• Containerize and deploy functionality using Docker.
• Write automation scripts in Bash and PowerShell to support forensic data processing pipelines.
• Manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases that underpin forensic tool data storage and retrieval.
• Collaborate with forensic examiners and incident responders to translate operational needs into development priorities.

Skills

Python development

Rapid prototyping

Full-stack development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Associate degree

Tools

Docker

React

PostgreSQL

Job description

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking a cleared Cyber Capability Developer III - Digital Forensics to support our Law and Enforcement customer in Chantilly VA.

This role involves developing, maintaining, and enhancing cyber tools that support digital forensics and incident response operations for a federal law enforcement customer. The developer will function as a full‑stack engineer building and extending Python‑based front‑end and back‑end capabilities that process diverse data formats encountered during forensic investigations. Work is priority‑driven based on operational needs, requiring adaptability and rapid delivery of scripts and functionality to expand the customer’s use cases.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full‑stack applications using Python (Django) on the back end and React (JavaScript) on the front end to support forensic analysis workflows
• Create new processing capabilities for data formats encountered during investigations
• Develop scripts and modules that extend the functionality of the existing forensic toolkit
• Broaden use cases of existing cyber tools to address evolving operational requirements
• Containerize and deploy functionality using Docker
• Write automation scripts in Bash and PowerShell to support forensic data processing pipelines
• Manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases that underpin forensic tool data storage and retrieval
• Collaborate with forensic examiners and incident responders to translate operational needs into development priorities

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree with 8 years of experience OR Associate degree with 11 years of experience OR High School/Diploma with 14 years of experience
• Experience with Python development.
• Ability to rapidly prototype and deliver functional tools under operationally‑driven timeline

Desired Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Familiarity with SANS SIFT Workstation tools and forensic analysis workflows
• Experience with digital forensics tools and techniques (disk imaging, memory analysis, artifact parsing)
• Exposure to incident response processes and evidence handling in law enforcement contexts
• Experience with mixed vendor/platform environments (COTS, GOTS, custom tools)
• Knowledge of forensic data formats (E01, raw images, file system artifacts, registry hives, browser artifacts)

Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards.

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,700.00 - USD $188,725.00 /Yr.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (https://noblis.org/contact).

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