IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Software Development) - Open to all U.S. Citizens

$133,235 - $241,344/Yr

US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Washington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, VA

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The NCUA is ranked #9 for the 2023 best places to work in the Federal government (mid-size agencies). This position is at the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer. This position serves as an IT Cybersecurity Specialist (Software Development).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend the choice of software development platform and architecture design as well as the hardware requirements for the development, testing, quality assurance, and production environments.
• Conduct research and studies in the areas of current and emerging computer technology for the purpose of integrating appropriate new technological advances into the NCUA information technology Infrastructure; prepares and presents recommendations to colleagues and senior leadership on which new developments merit adoptions by the Agency.
• Conduct code review and diagnoses technical issues reported. Serve as a member of a team of programmers responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining web-based applications; Modifies existing applications when required and resolves help desk reported issues as needed.
• Design and implement SharePoint applications using knowledge of newer versions of SharePoint, enterprise collaboration, portal, out-of-the-box web parts, dashboard capabilities, workflows, and custom technologies.
• Design and develop database tables, stored procedures, and other routine database-related programming work.
• Translate system requirements into application prototypes; Translate technical specifications into programming specifications.
• Provide input for the configuration of the applications and servers on which application programs run to ensure the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies and principles. Participate in the validation and testing of new software releases.
• Conduct daily hands-on programming work using C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, Microsoft .NET Framework and Object-Oriented programming, and identifies potential flaws in codes to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Establish and documents secure software development guidelines, and secure coding standards.
• Develop secure code and error handling, compiles debugs, tests, deploys, documents, and implements programs for new and existing systems using development, security, and operations practices.
• Apply cybersecurity functions (e.g., encryption, access control, and identity management) to reduce exploitation opportunities.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Suitable adjudication of background/security investigation is required.
• A probationary/trial period may be required.
• Drug testing is required.
• A financial disclosure is required.
• Must complete initial online questionnaire.
• All applicants applying for the CU-13 level must have at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the CU/GS-12 level obtained in the private or public sector.
• All applicants applying for the CU-14 level must have at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the CU/GS-13 level obtained in the private or public sector.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience with DevOps or Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.