Development Manager with Security Clearance

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Job description

Apex Systems is seeking talented professionals who love a challenge to join us in building the next-generation Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Cyber data solution. The CDM Program is the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) dynamic approach to strengthening the cybersecurity of Federal networks and systems through better awareness and visibility into their security posture and cyber threats. This program is responsible for designing, building, deploying, operating, and maintaining a complete 'Data Services' solution which includes the collection, normalization, visualization, and sharing of cyber data from more than 100 Federal agencies. The CDM Data Services product is a cloud-hosted solution comprised of multiple Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS), software configuration packages, and custom code which work together to operate as an integrated solution tailored to meet DHS requirements.
We are seeking professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment where problem-solving, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to serving the mission are key. Our program operates within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). An aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning, improvement, and cyber security is a must!
The Development Manager role is suited for a dynamic candidate capable of adapting to the development team's needs in a fast-paced, startup-like environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the Software Architecture Manager and initially handle responsibilities such as hands-on design, documentation, coding, scripting, and configuration, along with building a team of developers to support CDM Data Services efforts. Core system components include dashboard development, containerized Python applications, CAASM configurations, and data pipeline services. A deep understanding of programming best practices, experience with messaging, orchestration, data modeling, cloud native services, serverless deployments, and application programming interfaces is essential.
Leadership and team management are key aspects of this role. The Development Manager will lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and career development support for team members are essential. Demonstrating technical thought leadership, the Development Manager will oversee the entire development lifecycle from planning through deployment, ensuring units of work and features are delivered on time and within scope. This includes collaborating with product owners, scrum masters, and other cross-functional teams to define work scope, goals, and deliverables, and assigning tasks to specific teams based on capacity and velocity needs.
The Development Manager will also be responsible for implementing and maintaining effective development methodologies, basic toolsets for developers, and processes to enhance team productivity and product quality. Identifying areas for improvement and driving initiatives to streamline workflows and reduce technical debt are key responsibilities. Staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and improve development processes is crucial. The Development Manager will provide technical guidance and support to the development team, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
Communication and stakeholder management are critical components of the role. Acting as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding project updates, technical issues, and team performance, the Development Manager must communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of effort status and challenges. Required Skills: US citizenship with ability to obtain Public Trust Suitability
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
8+ years of experience in roles requiring hands-on systems integration and development activities with progression toward leadership and managerial responsibilities
6+ years of experience with solution design, software development concepts, best practices, cloud native services, serverless deployments, data modeling, and managing container orchestration platforms
4+ years of hands-on programming in Python or Java, shell scripting, application containerization, data storage and retrieval from a variety of sources including REST APIs, message brokers, structured and unstructured data stores, and file systems
3+ years delivering solutions for government customers on programs of at least $50M in total contract value
2+ years of recent experience building and managing a team of 5 or more engineers with differing levels of experience and expertise
1+ years working with large volumes of data in Elasticsearch considering performance and scalability in the role of both consumer/producer of data and cluster/node/shard configuration
Effective communication and leadership skills including cross-team collaboration
Experience producing technical documentation to communicate system designs and technical analysis Desired Skills:
Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments
Experience with ALM tools (Jira, Bitbucket, or similar)
Familiarity with the .gov Cyber Mission space and legal constraints applicable to civilian government agencies, including SecOps, FISMA, and FIPS
Experience with agencies and CDM tools to include the role they play in government environments
Experience with leading the execution of FISMA related programs across large and complex multi-agency environments
Experience and proficiency working within the Software Development Life Cycle and working knowledge of various methodologies/frameworks such as SAFe Agile

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