Accenture Federal Services is hiring a CNO Software Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain advanced cyberspace capabilities supporting Marine Forces Cyber Command (MARFORCYBER). This role involves the full software development lifecycle for secure, mission-critical applications in a classified operational environment.
What You'll Do
- Define project scope, mission objectives, timelines, and deliverables for advanced cyber capability development.
- Gather, analyze, and prioritize stakeholder requirements within classified environments.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, vulnerabilities, and technical constraints throughout development.
- Estimate development effort, resource needs, and time requirements for complex capability builds.
- Produce detailed design documents, prototypes, and architectural diagrams.
- Design and implement diverse software architectures including microservices, monolithic systems, and event-driven architectures.
- Develop conceptual, logical, and physical software models aligned with mission requirements.
- Ensure designs meet operational, performance, and security requirements for cyber operations.
- Write, test, debug, and refine code in multiple programming languages.
- Package proof-of-concept code into multi-stage executables used for cyber effects and operations.
- Implement secure coding standards and security best practices throughout all development stages.
- Produce comprehensive technical documentation to support maintenance, modification, and operational use.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure compliance with cybersecurity, operational, and regulatory standards.
- Develop and execute unit, integration, system, and acceptance tests to validate code quality and mission readiness.
- Implement configuration management processes governing software code, builds, and artifacts.
- Validate software performance in operationally representative environments.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5 years of software development experience with a focus on secure, mission-critical applications.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including: Python, C, C++, .NET, Java, Bash scripting.
- Experience with operating systems such as Linux, Windows, Android, iOS, or real-time operating systems.
- Experience with cryptography, hashing, network protocols, and/or Wi-Fi protocols.
- Must possess an active TS/SCI/CI-level security clearance.
Nice to Have
- Master’s degree in a relevant technical field.
- Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community missions.
- Knowledge of cyber operations concepts, requirements, and operational workflows.
- Experience with DevSecOps pipelines, automation tools, and secure build practices.
- Familiarity with MARFORCYBER mission sets and operational environments.
- Understanding of networking devices, infrastructure, and distributed systems.
- Ability to develop multi-stage executables for cyber operations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within classified environments and cross-functional cyber teams.
Technical Stack
- Languages: Python, C, C++, .NET, Java, Bash scripting
- Operating Systems: Linux, Windows, Android, iOS
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation Range: $116,900—$243,100 USD
- Collaborative and caring community.
- Empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Work Mode
This position is onsite at our Ft. Meade, MD location.
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
