Software Developer/Security Analyst

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University seeks a Software Developer/Security Analyst to build web applications and support existing systems. You will develop in HTML, PHP, and JavaScript, and help install updates and integrate CMS and LMS tech. Collaboration on defaults, policies, and strategic CMS/LMS plans is expected.

The role emphasizes secure coding, API integration, and working within Linux/Unix environments with SQL databases, Git version control, and web standards knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university by hire date.
• 2 years of relevant IT experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop World Wide Web applications using HTML, PHP, and JavaScript.
• Support existing infrastructure and develop new technologies.
• Install system updates, upgrades, and CMS/LMS integration.
• Collaborate to establish system defaults, policies and procedures for CMS/LMS.

Skills

HTTP/TLS

LDAP/DNS

TCP/IP

PGP/GPG/SSH

Secure SDLC

APIs integration

WCAG/508

Python

Java

PHP

MySQL

PL/SQL

Git

HTML/JS/CSS

JSP/XML

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Linux/Unix

Git

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with southeastern Louisiana University. southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Technology invites applications for the position of Software Developer/Security Analyst. The Software Developer/Security Analyst is a software engineer or a software programmer/developer who is involved in the development of World Wide Web applications using technical programming languages like HTML, PHP, and JavaScript. The web programmer/developer will be responsible for supporting the existing infrastructure as well as developing new technologies. This individual is also an expert in computer technology and training development who will also be involved in the installation of all system updates, upgrades, building blocks, and other software integrated with our CMS and LMS. Collaborations with others to establish system defaults, policies and procedures, and strategic plans for CMS and LMS use and expansion will be necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university by hire date 2 years of relevant IT experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with HTTP, TLS/SSL, LDAP, DNS, TCP/IP, and associated protocols
• Experience with PGP/GPG, SSH, and TLS encryption standards
• Experience in secure software development processes
• Experience designing and coding secure web applications following industry best practices for maintaining the security and integrity of the application
• Experience with integrating third-party APIs
• Experience with Accessibility Compliance, including but not limited to WCAG and Section 508
• Knowledge of web and database development technologies
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments
• Knowledge of Python, JAVA, PHP, MYSQL, PL/SQL
• Knowledge of a version control system such as Git
• Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
• Knowledge of PHP, JSP, XML, and XSL/XSLT

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to capture client ideas and vision on a web page or in an application
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a team, as well as independently
• Good communications skills
• Thorough understanding of good relational database design

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Resume/Vita Cover Letter
• Copies of Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date August 13, 2026

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals.

Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.