MCCO Software Developer SME | Active TS/SCI CI Poly

General Dynamics Information Technology•Fort Meade, MD

9h•$170,000 - $230,000•Onsite

About The Position

Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Developer SME at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career. The Marine Corps Cyberspace Operations (MCCO) Tool Developer program builds custom software that supports real-world cyber missions. Developers create tools that help defend Marine networks, identify vulnerabilities, automate cyber tasks, and support authorized offensive cyber operations. It’s a hands-on, mission-driven role where you’ll design and prototype solutions used directly by Marine Corps cyber teams and U.S. Cyber Command. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Software Developer SME, the work you’ll do for GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER) at Ft. Meade, MD: Drive the full software development lifecycle for cutting‑edge cyberspace capabilities that directly support Marine Corps cyber missions. Shape project vision, scope, and timelines to deliver high‑impact technical solutions. Partner with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and prioritize mission requirements that guide development. Identify risks early, assess vulnerabilities, and engineer secure, resilient solutions. Design detailed system architectures, models, and prototypes that bring cyber capabilities to life. Build, test, and refine software across multiple programming languages in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment. Architect solutions using modern approaches including microservices, monolithic systems, and event-driven designs. Write clean, well‑documented code that supports long-term scalability and maintainability. Manage configurations and version control with industry‑standard tools like Git. Lead quality assurance with rigorous unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing. Implement secure coding practices, perform vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with strict cybersecurity standards. Create and refine operational scripts that directly support cyberspace operations. Integrate capabilities with USCYBERCOM’s common services to ensure interoperability across the joint cyber mission. Contribute to the development of cyberspace tradecraft and TTPs that strengthen MARFORCYBER’s operational advantage. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your software engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. Our Software Developer SME must have: Security Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Experience: 10+ years of experience in software development, with demonstrated expertise across the full lifecycle. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C, C++, and Assembly. Experience with development tools including Visual Studio and Git. Familiarity with operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Strong background in software architecture, modeling, and configuration management. Secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment experience. Education: Bachelor’s Degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree; Master's Degree preferred Work Location: Onsite in Ft. Meade, MD. US Citizenship Required

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
10+ years of experience in software development, with demonstrated expertise across the full lifecycle.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C, C++, and Assembly.
Experience with development tools including Visual Studio and Git.
Familiarity with operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
Strong background in software architecture, modeling, and configuration management.
Secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment experience.
Bachelor’s Degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree; Master's Degree preferred
US Citizenship Required
Onsite in Ft. Meade, MD

Nice To Haves

Experience developing cyberspace capabilities (implants, exploits, tradecraft, and TTPs).
Familiarity with event-driven architectures and microservices design.
Knowledge of USCYBERCOM mission systems and MARFORCYBER operational environment.
Systems Programming
CNO Development
Mobile Devices
Linux
Writing applications
Virtualization
Containerization
VR/VRE
Network Devices
Automation
Scripting
Methodology
Malware experience
8140 Compliant

Responsibilities

Drive the full software development lifecycle for cutting‑edge cyberspace capabilities that directly support Marine Corps cyber missions.
Shape project vision, scope, and timelines to deliver high‑impact technical solutions.
Partner with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and prioritize mission requirements that guide development.
Identify risks early, assess vulnerabilities, and engineer secure, resilient solutions.
Design detailed system architectures, models, and prototypes that bring cyber capabilities to life.
Build, test, and refine software across multiple programming languages in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
Architect solutions using modern approaches including microservices, monolithic systems, and event-driven designs.
Write clean, well‑documented code that supports long-term scalability and maintainability.
Manage configurations and version control with industry‑standard tools like Git.
Lead quality assurance with rigorous unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing.
Implement secure coding practices, perform vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with strict cybersecurity standards.
Create and refine operational scripts that directly support cyberspace operations.
Integrate capabilities with USCYBERCOM’s common services to ensure interoperability across the joint cyber mission.
Contribute to the development of cyberspace tradecraft and TTPs that strengthen MARFORCYBER’s operational advantage.

Benefits

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
full flex work weeks where possible
variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

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