Job Family:
Software Development & Support
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)
What You Will Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable full-stack applications supporting a mission-critical federal GRC platform
- Implement modern application architectures and reusable components to support enterprise-level system integration and performance
- Apply secure coding practices and application security principles to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and reduce system vulnerabilities
- Integrate security controls into the development lifecycle, aligning to DevSecOps practices and supporting continuous monitoring objectives
- Participate in Agile development teams, contributing to sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery of enhancements and new capabilities
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, security scanning, and deployment processes
- Collaborate with system engineers, architects, and cybersecurity teams to deliver solutions that align with RMF, FISMA, and enterprise GRC requirements
- Support integration of data sources, APIs, and analytics capabilities to enhance reporting, automation, and system usability
- Perform code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality, reliable application performance in production environments
- Contribute to modernization efforts by enhancing system functionality, improving performance, and reducing technical debt
- Support operational sustainment activities, including defect resolution, system monitoring, and performance tuning in a secure production environment
What You Will Need:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited university.
- Minimum of EIGHT (8)+ years of overall work experience.
- Ideal experience would be in software development, including full-stack application development in enterprise environments
- Experience in supporting federal IT systems, preferably in cybersecurity, GRC, or compliance-driven environments
- Hands-on experience with full-stack development, including front-end frameworks and back-end services
- Strong understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
- Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security integration
- Familiarity with application security tools such as static and dynamic code analysis and vulnerability scanning
- Experience working in Agile development environments, including participation in sprint ceremonies and iterative delivery
- Ability to support applications operating in production environments, including troubleshooting, performance tuning, and incident resolution
- Experience integrating applications with enterprise systems, APIs, and data platforms
- Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a "TOP SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "TOP SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
- US Citizenship is contractually required.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Experience supporting federal GRC, cybersecurity, or compliance platforms, including systems aligned to RMF and FISMA
- Familiarity with enterprise-scale, multi-tenant systems supporting multiple organizations or agencies
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using modern tools and automation frameworks
- Knowledge of DevSecOps toolchains, including code repositories, build automation, and security scanning tools
- Experience with cloud-ready or hybrid architectures and supporting system modernization efforts
- Familiarity with integrating continuous monitoring data sources such as vulnerability scanning or security event data
- Professional certifications such as Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), Security+, or cloud certifications
- Experience working in cleared environments or supporting systems with classified requirements
The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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