Software Developer (Core Cyber Tool Development)

Posted 18 Days Ago
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Fort Meade, MD
In-Office
Senior level
Other
The Role
Develop software capabilities for operational CNO requirements, implement secure coding practices, and support Agile/DevSecOps workflows while collaborating with teams for integration and testing.
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Software Developer (Core Cyber Tool Development)

Location: Fort Meade, MD Type: Full-Time | Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly
Note: These positions are part of an active proposal effort and are contingent upon contract award.

Overview

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking highly skilled Software Developers to design, implement, and deliver advanced cyber capabilities in support of MARFORCYBER missions. These roles are the backbone of our tool development effort, focused on building secure, resilient, and mission-ready solutions. Candidates must bring strong coding expertise, experience with DevSecOps practices, and the adaptability to cross-functionally support planning, testing, and cloud development tasks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop software capabilities to meet operational CNO requirements.
  • Implement secure coding practices to minimize vulnerabilities.
  • Support Agile/DevSecOps workflows, including GitLab/Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
  • Collaborate with researchers, testers, and DevSecOps engineers to integrate capabilities across the kill chain.
  • Participate in unit, integration, and operational testing.
  • Provide technical documentation and support for Operational Acceptance.
Minimum Qualifications
  • 5+ years professional experience in software development.
  • Proficiency in one or more: C, C++, Python, Rust, or Go.
  • Experience with secure development practices and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience with cyber tool development for USCYBERCOM, MARFORCYBER, or other DoD/IC customers.
  • Exposure to reverse engineering, fuzzing, or exploitation frameworks.
  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • CNODP graduate.
Compensation & Benefits

Compensation for these positions will be determined based on experience, qualifications, contract requirements, and the position’s geographic locality. Interested candidates may request salary details by contacting [email protected].
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support the mission success and career advancement of our full-time employees.

Top Skills

C
C++
Docker
Gitlab
Go
Jenkins
Kubernetes
Python
Rust
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The Company
HQ: Alexandria, VA
66 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that offers advanced intelligence-based solutions to clients in the private and public sector. Our capabilities and personnel provide unique advantages to our customers.

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