Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, test, and debug software solutions for C5ISR systems, prototypes, and enhancements, including writing secure, efficient code (commonly in Python, C++, Java, MATLAB, C#) to support mission-critical capabilities such as tactical networks, electronic warfare models, signal processing, software-defined radios, cybersecurity tools, and intelligence data fusion.
- Perform software integration, troubleshooting to integrate software with hardware platforms, third-party components, and existing Army systems.
- Apply secure software engineering practices and cybersecurity compliance: follow DoD standards (e.g., RMF, secure coding, DoD 8140/8570 requirements); conduct vulnerability analysis; harden software against threats.
- Develop and iterate software prototypes for C5ISR capabilities and integration with hardware platforms in lab environments.
- Support lab-based test prototypes in operationally relevant scenarios.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, document work, and support program goals: Work alongside government engineers, scientists, program offices, and Soldiers; participate in code reviews, technical reporting, demonstrations, and transition activities.
Qualifications
- Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance (minimum); eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance as required by the contract. U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
- Education: Bachelors degree with 3+ years’ experience. (Years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree).
- Certifications: Security+ (or higher DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II/III compliance).
- Intelligence Background: Demonstrated prior experience or strong working knowledge in intelligence domains, such as signals intelligence (SIGINT).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in multiple programming languages and tools relevant to intel/cyber applications, including Python, C++, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, and scripting (e.g., Bash/PowerShell). Experience with version control (Git), and Agile/DevOps practices.
Desired Qualifications
- Domain Knowledge: Adapt skills to military contexts, including compliance and operational integration.
- Intelligence Integration: Knowledge of tools for SIGINT/GEOINT processing, such as custom APIs for fusing intel data with Army command systems.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, classified environment. Excellent written and verbal communication for interfacing with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineers, program managers, government POCs).
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What We Do
NextGen is an award-winning IT solutions and services provider. NextGen is a fast-growing company that employs agile and mature processes in areas of innovation, research and development, program management, systems engineering, and technology commercialization. Current customers include the Department of Defense, Federal Government, and commercial companies.
NextGen utilizes a mixed model consisting of Services and Solution Development in support of customer goals. Our core areas of expertise include Software Development, Research and Development, Enterprise IT Systems Engineering, and Cyber Security & Data Management. NextGen obtained ISO 9001 certification and achieved CMMI-DEV and CMMI-SVC Level 3 appraisal. Recent and steady growth led to our recognition by INC 5000 as the 211th (2016), 440th (2017), 1096th (2018), 1703rd (2019), and 2437th (2020) fastest-growing company in the US and 19th fastest growing IT Services Company in the US. NextGen has offices near Aberdeen, MD; Ft. Meade, MD; Dayton, OH; O’Fallon, IL, and Morgantown, WV.
We understand the paradigm shift of doing more with less; developing, operating, and supporting complex systems and missions while keeping pace with changing technologies; and providing high-quality working solutions to analysts and warfighters supporting the Federal Government. We aggressively manage internal costs to ensure competitive salaries for top talent while ensuring cost-effective delivery to our customers. As the demand for quality increases, NextGen is well-positioned to tackle the most intricate challenges facing the defense and intelligence communities today.
