Software Developer (Mid) with Security Clearance

Cintel Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cintel Inc. is seeking a motivated Junior Software Developer to contribute to development, testing, and enhancement of software applications in a secure and dynamic environment. The role requires an active Top Secret clearance and a strong foundation in software development and SDLC.

The candidate will develop, test, and deploy software, troubleshoot issues, and support documentation and user manuals. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, focus on secure coding, and adherence to security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum Of 6 Years Of Experience In Software Development.
• Active Top Secret clearance is required.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, C#, or similar.
• Solid understanding of SDLC principles.
• Experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and basic cybersecurity principles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug new software applications or enhancements to existing software solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to understand, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues.
• Address and resolve customer-reported issues and implement user-suggested improvements.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of software documentation and user manuals.
• Support desktop application design and integration with standard software packages.
• Implement security lockdowns, test applications, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Integrate applications with automated patching and deployment technologies.
• Automate the deployment and configuration of software applications and updates.
• Participate in documentation and user training related to software rollouts and updates.
• Maintain awareness of performance, quality, interface, and security requirements in all development efforts.

Skills

Programming languages

SDLC

Troubleshooting

Secure coding

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Job description

We are looking for a motivated Junior Software Developer to join our team and contribute to the development, testing, and enhancement of software applications in a secure and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational understanding of software development, user requirements, and systems integration, along with the ability to support application deployment, desktop design, and automation initiatives. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug new software applications or enhancements to existing software solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to understand, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues.
• Address and resolve customer-reported issues and implement user-suggested improvements.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of software documentation and user manuals.
• Support desktop application design and integration with standard software packages.
• Implement security lockdowns, test applications, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Integrate applications with automated patching and deployment technologies.
• Automate the deployment and configuration of software applications and updates.
• Participate in documentation and user training related to software rollouts and updates.
• Maintain awareness of performance, quality, interface, and security requirements in all development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum Of 6 Years Of Experience In Software Development.
• Active Top Secret clearance is required.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, C#, or similar.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) principles.
• Experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and basic cybersecurity principles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated software deployment tools and patch management systems.
• Familiarity with Windows desktop application development and configuration management.
• Exposure to DevSecOps or CI/CD environments.
• Knowledge of system documentation standards and user training best practices.

ABOUT CINTEL, INC

Cintel Inc. is a Small Business providing strategies and services to support an array of Government clients in Software Development, Operational/Tactical and Installation/Facilities Energy, Cyber Security, Modeling and Simulation, Data Science, and Programmatic support. We offer our clients nimble, unique, and value focused solutions with an emphasis on people, connectivity, communication, and teamwork.

Our team believes that people drive solutions. By connecting people, information, teams, and experience we deliver solutions that respond to customer needs.

It is the policy of Cintel that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

These policies shall ensure that the practice of nondiscrimination will be applied in the employment, promotion, upgrading, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, recall or rehire of personnel.

Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Cintel, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above.

Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated.