Python Developer: TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly

Inferno Systems Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Inferno Systems is seeking a proactive Python developer to modernize and support a cross-domain solution used by penetration testers, data scientists and network defenders. You will participate in all stages of the software lifecycle—from gathering requirements to testing and deployment—in a fast-moving, collaborative team.

You will write Python in Linux, contribute to a CI/CD pipeline, perform code reviews, and interface with customers to advance the mission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and writing software with tests and documentation.
• Strong Python development experience.
• Experience in a Linux environment.
• Understanding of Zero Trust architecture.
• Ability to lead and work with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with web sites and web applications.
• Knowledge of certification and accreditation processes.
• Ability to multitask with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail in all tasks.
• Experience interfacing with customers and users.

Responsibilities

• Gather system requirements and draft architecture documentation.
• Propose technical solutions and create flow diagrams.
• Write Python code and implement designs.
• Develop and run test cases; contribute to CI/CD pipeline.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor peers.
• Interface directly with customers and users across the lifecycle.

Skills

Python development

Linux environment

Software design

Zero Trust

CI/CD

Documentation

Stakeholder engagement

Web applications

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Python Developer: Full Performance

Location: Chantilly, VA US

Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Clearance Status: Must be Current

JOB DESCRIPTION

Inferno Systems is currently looking for a proactive and self-motivated python developer who is comfortable working through all phases of the software development lifecycle. You will be working on an operational-facing platform supporting penetration testers, data scientists and network defenders as a part of a team that creates and maintains a cross-domain solution (CDS). The CDS is critical to supporting ongoing operations and has high visibility from both users and managers. You will be in a flexible working environment with supportive management. Your main task will be to assist with modernizing the existing CDS. You will help gather system requirements, work within the team to propose technical solutions, create flow diagrams and system architecture documentation and then write the python code to implement those designs. You will also write test cases, assist in implementing a CI/CD pipeline and participate in code reviews.

You will need to be agile in responding to shifting operational requirements, timelines and priorities, while also working in a tight-knit team environment where innovative ideas are encouraged. You should be able to write strong code, which will be peer-reviewed, while also providing review of others' code to ensure accountability and code quality. You will be able to interface directly with customers and users while participating in all phases of the development lifecycle to drive forward the customer's mission.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must have 5+ years of experience designing and writing software, including writing and executing test cases as well as creating and updating comprehensive documentation.
• Solid experience developing in Python
• Must be comfortable developing in a Linux environment.
• Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and implementations.
• Be able to develop rapid prototypes based on quickly developing operational needs.
• Be a self-starter, proactively integrate with a diverse team and feel comfortable leading the creative process and engaging multiple stakeholders to help formulate a creative approach.
• Familiarity with/working knowledge of the design, development, deployment and maintenance of fully-functional web sites and web applications.
• Familiarity with the certification and accreditation process and testing
• Ability to research, analyze, prioritize, problem solve, and work several tasks concurrently with minimal supervision.
• Proven high-attention to detail to all tasking.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and challenging team environment.
• Ability to perform ad hoc duties.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Experience with Yubico / Yubikey products and implementations.
• Experience reading and understanding Perl
• Experience with C/C++ and/or Java
• Experience with web applications such as Apache and/or Nginx
• Experience with data flows
• Experience sanitizing and web-based properties and design elements
• Familiarity with Cloud services and tool capabilities.
• Experienced with web site and application security measures and practices.
• Experience with security accreditation and testing.