Senior Computer Programmer

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Hawaii; On-site; USD 74,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Bowhead Government Services seeks a Senior Computer Programmer to join the Hawaii Support Services proposal effort supporting NUWCDIVKPT in Oahu. You will analyze complex tasks, develop databases, test software, and ensure security protections while collaborating with client teams.

The role requires a CS/engineering/IS degree, 10 years of development experience, 5 years in modeling/simulation, and a journeyman Cyber Security certification for privileged access. A Top Secret eligibility is noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering or information systems.
• 10 years in software systems development and support.
• 5 years in modeling/simulation, live/virtual/constructive system integration, synthetic environment applications and information assurance.
• Current Cyber Security Workforce journeyman certification for Privileged Access.
• Basic MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication with all levels; teamwork and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Work with development teams and product managers to ideate software solutions.
• Analyze complex and unique technical support assignments.
• Develop and manage databases and applications.
• Test software for responsiveness and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software.
• Create security and data protection settings.
• Write technical documentation.
• Maintain and implement network security tools including firewalls and IDS.
• Respond to installation, configuration, and customization questions.
• Apply advanced diagnostic techniques to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues for users.
• Assist with software releases, system upgrades, patches, and resolutions.
• Assist with mailbox maintenance and timely user support.
• Maintain IT procedures and data integrity.

Skills

Cyber security cert

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or information systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Senior Computer Programmer (HSS)

Bowhead is seeking a Senior Computer Programmer to join our team for our Hawaii Support Services proposal effort in support of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Keyport Division Detachment Pacific( NUWCDIVKPT) in Oahu, Hawaii. The Senior Computer Programmer will work directly with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments and data.

Responsibilities

• Work with development teams and product managers to ideate software solutions.
• Analyze complex and unique technical support assignments.
• Develop and manage well-functioning databases and applications.
• Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software.
• Create security and data protection settings.
• Write technical documentation.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and implement network security tools including firewalls, anti-virus, and intrusion detection services.
• Answering questions about installation, operation, configuration, and customization.
• Applying advanced diagnostic techniques to identify problems, investigate causes and recommend solutions to correct common failures.
• Specific support consists of troubleshooting hardware, software, and network related issues encountered by users.
• Assist with installation of new software releases, system upgrades, evaluation and installation of patches and to resolve software related issues.
• Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of the organizational mailbox to ensure that all users receive timely support in response to their requests for assistance.
• Maintain and develop IT related procedures required to support the organization.
• Maintain data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.
• Assist in the preparation of a monthly progress and status report.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Desired Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, engineering or information systems with a specialty in programming.
• Ten (10) years of experience in software systems development and support.
• Desired five (5) years total experience in modeling and simulation, live/virtual/constructive system integration, synthetic environment applications and information assurance.
• Required a current Cyber Security Workforce certification at the journeyman level to qualify for a Privileged Access Account.
• Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

This is a proposal effort the target rates for the contract are from $54.00 to $72.00 hour depending on the role and commensurate with experience.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here.

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

ID 2026-26187

Category Information Technology

Location : Location US-HI-Hawaii

Min USD $54.00/Hr.

Max USD $72.00/Hr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain N/A

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement Less than 10%