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C++ Software Developer with Security Clearance
TecheadNorfolk, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 4 Aug 2026
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Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
TECHEAD is celebrating over thirty-five years of incredible heritage, talent, and accomplishments! To learn more about TECHEAD, visit us at TECHEAD.com or on Glassdoor. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics with concentration in computer science
Must possess or be working towards one of the following certifications:
o Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM) OR
o Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) OR
o Vendor/platform specific certification (Microsoft, AWS, Azure, Red Hat, etc.)
Experience: Minimum 10 years (with Master's degree) OR 14 years (with Bachelor's degree) of professional experience in computer design, software design, development, and testing or computer networks
Minimum 5 years of technical experience supporting DoD Business IT supply, logistics, maintenance, and/or personnel administration systems for aviation, afloat, or shore activities
Experience working on DoD or DoN systems
Demonstrated experience in software engineering processes and full software development lifecycle
TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
Core Software Engineering: Thorough understanding of software engineering processes
Knowledge of DoD's Systems Engineering Technical Processes and Technical Management Processes
Ability to work effectively on complex integrated multi-disciplinary systems in different application domains and system lifecycle phases
Ability to communicate systems engineering principles to others
Experience developing concepts, evaluating data, and working towards practical solutions
Programming & Development: Required: Strong experience with C++, C#, and C/C++
Preferred: Experience with Java, JBoss, Perl, batch scripting, ISQL, PowerBuilder
Strong understanding of information security and secure coding techniques
Experience working with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Database & Systems: Thorough knowledge of relational database management software
Experience with SAP Sybase ASE (preferred)
Experience with Windows operating systems (Windows 10, Windows 2016, Windows 2019)
Windows server installation, configuration, and management capabilities
Basic network administration knowledge
Virtualization & Cloud: Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, VMware Workstation)
Working knowledge of VMware application virtualization suite ThinApp
Agile & DevOps: Experience executing Agile software methodology and principles
Knowledge of continuous development and system integration practices
Experience with automated testing methodologies
Documentation & Communication: Experience writing and presenting technical documentation, white papers, System Administration Guides, etc.
Ability to learn new processes and propose IT solutions to suit end-users' needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: OOMA (Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity) experience
Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification
Experience with change management and configuration control processes
Previous experience on Navy aviation maintenance or logistics systems
Experience working in team and independent environments
KEY COMPLIANCE NOTES:
This position requires compliance with: COMPTIA Security + or Network + certification
Must have an active Secret Clearance TECHEAD's mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less. TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com. No second parties will be accepted.
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics with concentration in computer science
Must possess or be working towards one of the following certifications:
o Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM) OR
o Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) OR
o Vendor/platform specific certification (Microsoft, AWS, Azure, Red Hat, etc.)
Experience: Minimum 10 years (with Master's degree) OR 14 years (with Bachelor's degree) of professional experience in computer design, software design, development, and testing or computer networks
Minimum 5 years of technical experience supporting DoD Business IT supply, logistics, maintenance, and/or personnel administration systems for aviation, afloat, or shore activities
Experience working on DoD or DoN systems
Demonstrated experience in software engineering processes and full software development lifecycle
TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
Core Software Engineering: Thorough understanding of software engineering processes
Knowledge of DoD's Systems Engineering Technical Processes and Technical Management Processes
Ability to work effectively on complex integrated multi-disciplinary systems in different application domains and system lifecycle phases
Ability to communicate systems engineering principles to others
Experience developing concepts, evaluating data, and working towards practical solutions
Programming & Development: Required: Strong experience with C++, C#, and C/C++
Preferred: Experience with Java, JBoss, Perl, batch scripting, ISQL, PowerBuilder
Strong understanding of information security and secure coding techniques
Experience working with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Database & Systems: Thorough knowledge of relational database management software
Experience with SAP Sybase ASE (preferred)
Experience with Windows operating systems (Windows 10, Windows 2016, Windows 2019)
Windows server installation, configuration, and management capabilities
Basic network administration knowledge
Virtualization & Cloud: Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, VMware Workstation)
Working knowledge of VMware application virtualization suite ThinApp
Agile & DevOps: Experience executing Agile software methodology and principles
Knowledge of continuous development and system integration practices
Experience with automated testing methodologies
Documentation & Communication: Experience writing and presenting technical documentation, white papers, System Administration Guides, etc.
Ability to learn new processes and propose IT solutions to suit end-users' needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: OOMA (Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity) experience
Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification
Experience with change management and configuration control processes
Previous experience on Navy aviation maintenance or logistics systems
Experience working in team and independent environments
KEY COMPLIANCE NOTES:
This position requires compliance with: COMPTIA Security + or Network + certification
Must have an active Secret Clearance TECHEAD's mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less. TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com. No second parties will be accepted.
Skills
AWS
Agile
Azure
C#
C++
Java
LESS
Perl
REST
VMware
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