Junior Developer

Concept Plus, LLC•Dayton, OH

About The Position

Concept Plus is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support client IT systems development and operations within a CI/CD DevSecOps environment. This role contributes to application development, testing, and maintenance while supporting continuous integration, deployment, and delivery across development, security, and operations workflows. The position requires foundational knowledge of client IT processes and technology stack, including DevSecOps pipelines, Cloud One environments, and Oracle/Java-based systems operating across classified and unclassified DISA and cloud environments. The Junior Developer works within Agile teams, collaborating with development, Cloud Engineering, DevSecOps, and QA resources to support backlog execution and delivery. This role participates in Agile ceremonies, develops code under guidance, supports testing and defect resolution, and contributes to continuous improvement and team collaboration to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with mission objectives.

Requirements

Secret – Fully Cleared Only, must confirm clearance is active
Client 8140 intermediate certification or client 8570 IAM Level II certifications or higher
US Citizens Only
2 years experience in software development
Familiarity with Java or similar programming languages
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile concepts
Exposure to version control systems (e.g., Git)

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Agile development teams of 20+ FTEs and be familiar with Agile methodologies.
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or DevSecOps practices
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS or similar platforms)
Basic understanding of APIs and system integration
Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle or similar)

Responsibilities

Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining application components and services
Support CI/CD pipeline activities, including code integration, testing, and deployment
Collaborate with developers, QA, DevSecOps, and Cloud Engineering teams to support delivery
Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog execution
Develop and maintain code, scripts, and basic integrations under guidance from senior team members
Support automated testing and validation activities
Troubleshoot and resolve defects with support from senior developers
Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing
Assist in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps
Support infrastructure as code (IaC) efforts using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates
Help integrate security scanning and compliance checks into build and deployment pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container scanning)
Support cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or GCP, with an emphasis on security best practices
Assist with containerization efforts using Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
Monitor environments, logs, and alerts; assist with troubleshooting and incident response
Document configurations, processes, and security controls to support audits and compliance requirements
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
Learn and apply federal security frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP
Ensure pipelines and software meet security standards, including STIG hardening and providing documentation for Risk Management Framework (RMF) or Authority to Operate (ATO).