Software Developer III

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, test, and sustain tools used for analyzing protocol and service vulnerabilities.

• Recommend and build frameworks to exploit vulnerabilities in various protocols and services.

• Develop proof-of-concept code to build or tailor exploits, especially for Command and Control (C2) tools.

• Work with communication protocols such as DNS, HTTP/S, WebSockets, and SMB.

• Perform Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementations.

• Debug and resolve software issues.

• Utilize code analysis tools to assess software functionality and security.

• Employ version control systems for efficient software development and collaboration.

• Develop and test exploits based on proposed and U.S. Government-approved frameworks.

• Follow the complete software development life cycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and maintenance.

• Work within Agile and DevSecOps software development models.

• Write scripts and develop software in one or more of the following languages: C# (.NET), C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Assembly (highly preferred).

• Leverage containerization technologies such as Docker and virtual environments like PyEnv.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret security clearance (Tier 5)

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.

• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IASAE Level III(One of the Following):

  • CISSP-ISSAP

  • CISSP-ISSEP

  • CCSP

• At least 10 years of full-time experience in software development.

  • Proven experience in the development, testing, and sustainment of tools for vulnerability analysis.

  • Expertise in communication protocols like DNS, HTTP/S, WebSockets, and SMB.

  • Solid experience in debugging, code analysis, and version control systems.

  • Familiarity with STIG implementation and security best practices.

  • Proficiency in scripting or developing in languages such as C#, C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, and Assembly.

  • Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and software virtual environments.

We are seeking a Software Developer III to join our team supporting Department of Navy. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Locations: Virginia Beach, VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• US Citizen
• Active Secret clearance (Tier 5)

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.