ICF
Software Developer
ICF, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
ICF International seeks a Junior Software Developer to support the research and development of new cyber analytic capabilities that will help the US protect and defend its networks and critical information systems. The successful cleared candidate will act as a Software Developer to support a large federal cyber security analytic program. Your work will contribute to the knowledge of how cyber-attacks work, how vulnerabilities are exploited, and the way hostile cyber actors operate. We are looking for individuals that want to analyze and understand data to identify anomalies. Utilize your skills to help experiment and prototype future cyber capabilities for implementation at large-scale.
As the Software Developer, you will work with our customers, program subject matter experts, and researchers to evolve, automate, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities. Additionally, you will provide software engineering development and support, as well as oversight for other personnel. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!
This role is primarily telework-based with occasional meetings at client locations (Arlington, VA or Pensacola, FL) or ICF facilities within the National Capital Region.
What You Will Be Doing
Work closely with cyber personnel to understand manual analytic processes that are used to assist in the automation of those processesCreate automated analytic capability sets (e.g., signature, behavioral, heuristic, anomalous, unsupervised-learning, predictive, and emerging)Develop new platforms to elicit operational effectSupport the design, development, and deployment of production systems adhering to the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelinePost-deployment support of continuous analysis through the full lifecycle of the capabilitiesPerform functions associated with the analysis of information, refinement of analytics and countermeasure selection, reviewing output, and making upgrades/improvements to the performance of the analytics and countermeasures
What You Must Have
1 year of Python Development experience1 year of professional development experience using AWS serverless architectureFamiliarity with federal cybersecurity requirementsExperience with a variety of analytics (e.g., file, network, host-based, etc.)Ability to prioritize and manage own workloadU.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for position). Security clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software DevelopmentInterpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical detailsExperience within some or all of these capability areas: Intrusion Detection, Analytics, Information Sharing, Intrusion Prevention, Core InfrastructureExperience with developing applications running on Big Data platforms such as Hadoop/Cloudera or SparkExperience with shell scripting using Bash, PowerShell, or equivalentExperience with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump, Zeek, SiLK, or YAFExperience within Cloud environments in or using technologies provided by AWS, Google, or AzureExperience with Linux operating systemExperience with monitoring/diagnosing activity at the host, application, network, Internet protocol, database, source code, and LAN layers or other areas preferredExperience in analytics associated with analyzing databases, source code, hosts, middleware, application, Local Area Network (LAN), and Internet networks across Open System Interconnect (OSI) modelExperience in developing real- or near real-time automationScaled Agile Framework (SAFe) experienceAWS certification (Developer, DevOps, and/or Application Architect, etc.)CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) or higher certification level preferred
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:
$77,412.00 - $131,600.00
Virginia Client Office (VA88)
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As the Software Developer, you will work with our customers, program subject matter experts, and researchers to evolve, automate, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities. Additionally, you will provide software engineering development and support, as well as oversight for other personnel. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!
This role is primarily telework-based with occasional meetings at client locations (Arlington, VA or Pensacola, FL) or ICF facilities within the National Capital Region.
What You Will Be Doing
Work closely with cyber personnel to understand manual analytic processes that are used to assist in the automation of those processesCreate automated analytic capability sets (e.g., signature, behavioral, heuristic, anomalous, unsupervised-learning, predictive, and emerging)Develop new platforms to elicit operational effectSupport the design, development, and deployment of production systems adhering to the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelinePost-deployment support of continuous analysis through the full lifecycle of the capabilitiesPerform functions associated with the analysis of information, refinement of analytics and countermeasure selection, reviewing output, and making upgrades/improvements to the performance of the analytics and countermeasures
What You Must Have
1 year of Python Development experience1 year of professional development experience using AWS serverless architectureFamiliarity with federal cybersecurity requirementsExperience with a variety of analytics (e.g., file, network, host-based, etc.)Ability to prioritize and manage own workloadU.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for position). Security clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software DevelopmentInterpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical detailsExperience within some or all of these capability areas: Intrusion Detection, Analytics, Information Sharing, Intrusion Prevention, Core InfrastructureExperience with developing applications running on Big Data platforms such as Hadoop/Cloudera or SparkExperience with shell scripting using Bash, PowerShell, or equivalentExperience with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump, Zeek, SiLK, or YAFExperience within Cloud environments in or using technologies provided by AWS, Google, or AzureExperience with Linux operating systemExperience with monitoring/diagnosing activity at the host, application, network, Internet protocol, database, source code, and LAN layers or other areas preferredExperience in analytics associated with analyzing databases, source code, hosts, middleware, application, Local Area Network (LAN), and Internet networks across Open System Interconnect (OSI) modelExperience in developing real- or near real-time automationScaled Agile Framework (SAFe) experienceAWS certification (Developer, DevOps, and/or Application Architect, etc.)CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) or higher certification level preferred
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#cybsr1
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:
$77,412.00 - $131,600.00
Virginia Client Office (VA88)
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