Location: Fort Meade, MD
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Appropriate Polygraph
Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT-related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Years of Experience: 12 years
Salary Information: $208,000 - $213,000

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Computer Network Operations (CNO) Developer Lead IV will provide team and technical leadership in designing, developing, documenting, testing, debugging, and maintaining hardware or software-based CNO capabilities. They will apply their knowledge of security concepts and networks to their work while effectively communicating project status to leadership and customers. Ensuring compliance with software standards will be a primary focus of their role. The Computer Network Operations (CNO) Developer Lead IV is an SME position that supervises and mentors subordinate ICON Innovation Collaborative (IIC) staff.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related discipline and 12 years of experience.
• Equivalent experience accepted:
• High School diploma + 16 years of experience
• Associate’s degree + 14 years of experience
• Master’s degree + 10 years of experience
• PhD + 8 years of experience

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Seven (7) years of position-specific relevant experience.

OTHER BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Python and C/C++ programming.
• Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g., Windows, Unix, Mobile, Network devices).
• Proficiency with networking (TCP/IP) and socket-level programming.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• CNO capability development experience.
• Software Analysis/Reverse Engineering experience.
• Understanding of assembly programming concepts.
• Unit Test experience.
• Experience using Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible).
• Relevant industry standard certifications such as Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP) or C++ Certified Professional Programmer Certification (CPP).
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline/DevSecOps development.

• Lead technical teams in designing and developing innovative CNO solutions.
• Apply security concepts and network knowledge to troubleshoot or provide solutions.
• Ensure software standards are met throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop technical documentation for solutions and processes.
• Communicate project status effectively with leadership and customers.
• Provide mentorship to junior developers and technical staff.
• Supervise IIC personnel, ensuring proper support and task prioritization.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational and organizational objectives.