Application Developer

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF is seeking several motivated, career and customer-oriented Application Developers to join our team. The successful candidate will be dedicated full-time to development and enhancement support for existing applications as well as new development.

Entry to Principal levels available!

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

The selected candidate will have the following:

*Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a STEM field.
*Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility for immediate consideration.
*Java programming/development experience.
*Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern front-end framework such as Angular.
*Experience with Spring and ORM libraries such as Hibernate/JPA.
*Experience working and interacting with different types of data stores (e.g., Oracle, Elasticsearch).
*Experience with RESTful service.
*Experience programming in a Scaled Agile Framework.
*Experience with cloud architecture concepts, development, and management.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

*Designing, programming/developing, and modifying software systems, applications, and tools, both existing and potentially new in the future.
*Analyzing user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
*Correcting errors by making the appropriate changes and then re-checking the program to ensure the desired result was produced.
*Conducting testing of program and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired results and that instructions are correct.
*Organizing and maintaining documentation of application development and subsequent revisions, so others are able to understand the program.
*Collaborating with teammates, other service providers, vendors, and users to develop new programming methods.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the following:

*Experience with Ext JS (v3 and v4), Groovy (v2), Grails (v2), and Bootstrap (v3+).
*Experience implementing full stack solutions for large enterprise data analysis systems within the customers networks.
*Strong ability to manage competing priorities and communication to multiple stakeholders.
*Experience using Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible).
*Ability to handle stress and work well under pressure.

LOCATION:

Multiple Locations

CNO Developer

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF is seeking several motivated, career and customer-oriented Embedded CNO Developers to join our team. Leverage your understanding of how computer hardware, real-time systems, and peripherals operate to perform Cyber research and development. Knowledge of C, C++, Assembly, and Python for RISC and/or non-RISC architectures.

Entry to Principal levels available!

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

The selected candidate will have the following:

• Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a STEM field.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility for immediate consideration.
• Development experience using C/C++ for x86, PowerPC, MIPS, or ARM.
• Experience in network programming.
• Familiarity with basic VLAN/VPN/NAT concepts.
• Familiarity using signal analysis tools such as Wireshark.
• Scripting experience using Python, Ruby, or JavaScript.
• Comfortable developing in the mobile, windows, and/or Linux operating systems.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

As an Embedded CNO Developer, you will work in an Agile environment and leverage your skills in Research, Software Engineering and Networking to develop impactful mission tools. In this role, you will be a contributing member of a small multi-disciplinary team that researches platforms and implements solutions in C, C++, and Assembly. You will also be responsible for supporting unit, component, and system test activities as well as contribute to readiness reviews and product release cycles. You must be able to effectively communicate with the technical team, management, and the customer to keep them informed of progress, plans and potential issues.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the following:

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI with CI Poly for this position
• Software Analysis/Reverse Engineering experience.
• Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g., Windows, Unix, Mobile, Network devices).
• Understand assembly programming concepts.
• Unit Test experience.
• Experience using Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible)
• Ability to handle stress and work well under pressure.
• Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills.

LOCATION:

Multiple Locations

Release Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF is seeking a motivated, customer-oriented Release Manager to support our growing team. The successful candidates will be responsible for handling the DevOps team to make them deliver the services on time and will manage both IT operations and developers. You will oversee the Release Management lifecycle to include scheduling the release, coordinating between teams, and deployment of release as per the schedule and within budget. You will work closely with the application development team, testing team, and production team and release capabilities upon completion of the testing and deployment stages.

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

The selected candidate will have experience/knowledge in the following areas:

*Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a STEM field with 4-7 yrs of experience (degree may be substituted with 3+yrs in software engineering plus 5+ yrs as a DevOps engineer).
*Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility for immediate consideration.
*Team leadership/mentorship.
*Requirement’s analysis.
*Reliability analysis.
*System hardware/software integration.
*System documentation updates.
*Work closely with system developers, test, and on-site user support personnel to support system updates, analyze and resolve system issues, and ensure project objectives are met.
*Provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutions.
*Develop and deliver effective customer presentations (support design reviews, status reports, kickoff meetings, test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level.
*DevOps platform (Gitlab, Jira, and Confluence).
*Linux, Windows, mobile operating systems.
*Python or C development.
*Test Automation methodologies

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

*Motivating and guiding Scrum teams exercising Agile best practices.
*Tracking and reporting on Jira tickets against established milestones for each sprint.
*Identifying obstacles and working with project management to overcome impediments or appropriately mitigate issues.
*Interfacing with a variety of team members in a polite, positive, and professional manner.
*Providing guidance to improve Scrum teams by maturing processes.
*Ensuring the team remains focused on daily and sprint goals.
*Driving achievement with respect to quality, flow, and velocity.
*Facilitating the team retrospective and leading the team’s improvement efforts.
*Facilitating team meetings, including, but not limited to, the daily stand-up, sprint planning, team demo, and retrospective.
*Coordinating with project management to identify potential pitfalls and obstacles using Agile methodology.
*Working with project management to ensure sprints encapsulate the priorities of the project.
*Generating charts and diagrams that capture project activity.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the following:

*SAFe Advanced Scrum Master with SASM Certification from Scaled Agile, Inc.
*Certified Scrum Master or Certified Scrum Professional from Scrum Alliance
*Agile Certified Professional from Project Management Institute

LOCATION:

Multiple Locations

Software Test Engineer

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF is seeking several motivated, career and customer-oriented Software Test Engineers to support our growing team. The successful candidates will be part of highly skilled team delivering mission critical software capabilities and engineering solutions to solve complex customer needs.

Entry to Principal levels available!

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

The selected candidates will have the following:

*Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a STEM field.
*Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility for immediate consideration.
*Experience designing and documenting applications test plans.
*Coordinate execution of SW unit, integration, and performance tests to verify system operation.
*Demonstrated experience designing test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

*Conduct software test planning, perform functional software testing, automated software testing, system administration, or technical analysis.
*Analyze requirements and work with subject matter experts to identify functional and/or performance test cases.
*Evaluate test results and provide feedback to team members and project stakeholders.
*Learn new tools independently.
*Identify opportunities for improvement in current processes and implement new processes.
*Participate in an Agile development team.
*Create testing environments.
*Create and manage test documentation.
*Identify test gaps/risks and propose tests to fill gaps.
*Create schedules for testing and test completion.
*Track issues related to software functionality, signature diversity, and software defects.
*Deliver strong communication skills (written & verbal); ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidates will be familiar with the following:

*Develop test plans and procedures for software testing, including integration/execution, detailed data analysis, and preparation of software test reports.
*Programming background in C/C++ and Python.
*Experience with Git, GitLab, and Jenkins.
*Knowledge of embedded systems architectures and test experience using embedded systems.
*Experience working in an Agile environment, Agile Development/Agile Process Experience.
*Demonstrated experience developing or specifying standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
*Demonstrated experience regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members.
*Demonstrated experience using automated testing tools.

LOCATION:

Multiple Locations

Associate Systems Analyst/Developer – San Antonio, TX

Business Development and Capture Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF is seeking a proven Business Development Manager to lead and expand our federal contracting efforts in high-growth mission sets including Cyber, Space, Special Operations, and Intelligence. This individual will identify, pursue, and secure large-scale federal contracts principally focused on Department of Defense and Intelligence Community Cyber domain. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of domain knowledge and a demonstrated track record of securing significant government contracts.

The position will report to the Chief Strategy Officer. This position is eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities, but will be based in or nearby the National Capital Region. Travel up to 25% may be required for this position. A Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for SCI is required.

CNF staff enjoy highly competitive compensation and benefits, including company-paid healthcare for every employee, hybrid and remote working options, paid time off, training/certification opportunities, healthcare savings account & flexible savings account, company-paid life insurance, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, paid holidays, military leave, and much more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate will lead capture efforts to secure new, strategic contracts that support the development of a healthy, diverse, and sustainable pipeline of opportunities supporting CNF’s overall growth strategy. This will include leading the capture of specific opportunities as well as consultatively supporting Operations managers in activities to grow organically, and tactically. Specific duties will include:

• Conducting Business Analysis and Market Research to refine the addressable market, influence CNF’s strategic planning, and position the company for maximum success in the sales cycle.

• Identifying, capturing, and closing deals through proactive relationship-building with potential customers.

• Identifying and developing relationships with prospective clients while maintaining existing client relationships and teaming partners.

• Identifying potential clients and completing appropriate research on the prospective client’s needs.

• Establishing and maintaining a pipeline of target opportunities that have been qualified through initial conversations with government stakeholders.

• Developing new sales areas and improving sales through various methods.

• Maintaining a strong understanding of products and services, processes and operations, remaining up-to date on industry news, and seeking innovating new ways to serve customers.

• Author proposals, white papers, standard operating procedures, and other content.

• Creating and delivering opportunity capture plans and milestone reviews intended for corporate gate approvals

• Collaborating closely with other members of the corporate team to include Executive, Operations, Technology, Contracts, and Accounting personnel

• Providing accurate and timely data for weekly status updates and periodic capture reviews

• Performing market, competitor, and price-to-win analyses and strategies

• Ensuring development of solutions offering competitive distinction that map to client requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have a BS or BA degree and related experience, but candidates with high energy, strong interpersonal skills, and great analytic skills are encouraged to apply if they otherwise meet the following qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in the GovCon industry, preferably with Department of Defense clients

• A Top Secret security clearance is required, with verifiable eligibility for SCI

• Must have fundamental understanding of the Cyber Domain and mission area(s)

• Proven experience at identifying, influencing, responding to, and winning Federal government contracts.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication, and presentation skills with the ability to express technical and nontechnical concepts clearly and concisely

• Relationships with key clients and/or industry partners in the Cyber area is a big plus

• Strong analytical and organizational skills; able to solve problems with minimal oversight

Salary for this role is competitive and starts at $160,000.00, stated per Maryland law.

LOCATION:

Hybrid / remote telework that sits in Columia MD, with some travel within the continental US.

Cyber Tool Test Engineer (TE) – San Antonio TX

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

As a Cyber Tool Test Engineer (TE you will provide senior level engineering services and technical leadership of test engineering functions for our US Government clients. You will perform a variety of activities for testing and evaluating cyber tools and solutions focused in the area of Offensive Cyber Operations.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

• Design, develop, enhance, debug, and implement software solutions supporting Cyber Operations for defensive and offensive platforms.
• Provide test automation research, development, test, and evaluation support for all phases of test automation.
• Prepare test and evaluation plans, test cases, and reports in accordance with established operations and processes.
• Research, design, develop, and/or modify test automation using various industry tools for systems and/or applications software.
• Perform functional, interoperability, and integration testing at various layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model.
• Coordinate with customers, test engineers and range engineers to ensure testing infrastructure supports test objectives and associate use-case requirements.
• Aggregate, examine, and analyze test data to determine capability and functional conformance to the requirements.
• Recommend changes to capabilities and functions as a result of gaps observed during testing and evaluation.
• Actively participate in Agile team planning and test execution.
• Provide task leadership and mentoring of other test engineers.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and partner test engineers to develop customer testing and test automation solutions.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidate must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-team environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and a minimum of 7 years of work experience. Candidates who hold a Master of Science in a technical field require a minimum of 5 years work experience. The candidate will possess and maintain required skills to include, but not limited to:

• Functional Black Box Test Engineering, experience in one or more technical domains relevant to Cyber Capability Development (Networking, Operating System Design and Administration, DevOps, etc.)
• Experience in designing and applying Functional Test prior/during development to support an Agile philosophy of product delivery.
• A Test Engineer must be able to collaborate well with a strong lean-forward attitude to shift knowledge left, deliver well, and increase efficiency.
• Integrating, testing, and deploying solutions.
• Linux based command line and script development.
• Experience with Bash, Python, and PowerShell.
• Agile development with DevOps/DevSecOps infrastructures.
• Test automation tools such as Jenkins, Robot Framework, and Selenium.
• Linux and Window operating systems, OSI Model, Network traffic collection/analysis.
• Open Source, cloud, virtualization, and microservices technology and software.
• Some programming and/or scripting skillsets.
• Experience as a Cyber Operator (Red Team, CNO, CNE, or OCO) RIOT, Forge, Basic Operator Course (BOC)

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

LOCATION:

San Antonio, TX

Lead Accountant, San Antonio, TX

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF Technologies is searching for an Accounts Financial Controller in San Antonio, TX.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Financial Administration Duties: Oversee/Prepare Budgets, Manage A/P and A/R Entries into the ERP system (Unanet), Oversee/Generate Invoices CPFF, T&M, FFP to include WideAreaWorkFlow, Perform Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations, Ensure A/P items for payment, Maintain the Chart of Accounts and the Rate Structure in Unanet, Complete payroll with the PEO, Review final review of expense statements

Program Controls Support: Oversee/Enter in Contract Modifications, Create Projects, Review Funding Availability for Purchases, Ensure funding and budget information is accurate and adhered to at project and Subcontract level, Support PM’s project reporting needs, Review PO’s for accuracy in the system, Review invoices from subcontractors

Timekeeping and PTO Support: Assist with timecard corrections, assist with PTO accrual issues, assist with Employee profile issues, assign charge codes

ERP (Unanet) System Maintenance: In Unanet oversee/maintain LCATS, Vendors, Orgs, and approval groups, Grant Accesses to Roles and Reporting Visibility

Financial Reporting: Generate and Perform Analysis on standard financial reports such as Income Statement and Balance Sheet, Monitor Cost Rates, Generate Incurred Cost Submissions, generate additional reports for management as requested, Facilitate PowerBI Reporting

DCAA/DCMA: Interface with DCAA during audits

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• BA in Accounting

• Basic understanding of cost structures

• Attention to detail

• Strong Knowledge of GAAP

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M)

• Competence in Excel and PowerBi

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

• Minimum of 5+ years in Accounting

• Some project management / supervisory experience preferred.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE:

Place of work is San Antonio, TX., although a hybrid work opportunity is available. You may be required to travel periodically, less than 10%.

Logistics Technician– Fort Meade, MD

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

A seasoned Logistics Technician with over 5 years of experience is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain. This role involves coordinating the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring efficient and effective logistics operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

Demonstrated experience/knowledge in the following areas:

• Supply Chain Coordination: Manage and monitor supply chain operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods.
• Inventory Management: Maintain and track inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
• Logistics IT Systems: Utilize advanced logistics software to streamline procedures and improve operational efficiency.
• Vendor and Client Liaison: Communicate effectively with suppliers, retailers, and customers to secure profitable deals and ensure mutual satisfaction.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all logistics activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports for upper management on logistics performance, inventory levels, and other key metrics.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve logistics-related issues, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality checks to ensure goods meet required standards before dispatch.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in logistics or a related field, with proven expertise in supply chain management.
• Skills: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Proficiency in logistics software and IT systems.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of supply chain concepts, inventory management, and relevant regulations.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in logistics, supply chain management, or related areas are preferred.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Current TS/SCI

LOCATION:

Fort Meade, MD

Network and Security Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Will be responsible for managing and maintaining a medium-size office network supporting corporate and contract efforts. Supports the integration of new contract assets into the network, ensuring remote connectivity for endpoints and remote offices, supporting all endpoints and services across the enterprise, deploying new services through virtualized or container deployments, advises on the security impact of change, and develops/implements disaster response actions.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in a technical field such as Computer Engineering/Science or a focus on Network Engineering. A technical degree will not be required if applicable certifications can be presented such as Cisco CCNA (or similar), Palo Alto Networks Certifications, or Windows Administration certification. All skill qualifications will require hands-on demonstration during the interview process. Must have at least 2 years in the field of IT infrastructure maintenance and network engineering.

*Ideal candidates should demonstrate ability to work within a team, be proficient with the technologies utilized within the infrastructure, have a strong ability to troubleshoot, resolve and communicate network issues to other employees and management.
*Ability to develop and maintain Cisco IOS configurations across networks: Candidates must have strong knowledge of Layer2&3 switching, VLANs, ability to maintain ACLs, manage port security, and understanding of the OSI model.
*Proficiency with Palo Alto Networks devices or similar routing and firewall vendors: Candidates must have knowledge on the configuration and management of firewall security policy rules, zone definitions, VPN portals, VPN gateways and VPN profiles for a hybrid work environment.
*Strong preference for candidates with experience managing SIEM, Syslog, EDR, and Network Performance Monitoring systems.
*Candidates must have hands-on experience installing and configuring network equipment.
*High preference for candidates who strive to maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to company systems.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

*US Citizenship is required.
*An active DoD TOP SECRET security clearance based current SSBI or ability to receive a clearance, preferred but not required to apply.

Principal Engineer/Analyst – San Antonio, TX/Columbia, MD

Minimum/General Experience:

Extensive experience in telecom research and building data dictionaries based on industry standards such as IEEE and ITU‑T. The data analyst will research, design, develop, and demonstrate the data research aligns with an operational telecom analysis system.

Functional Responsibility:

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

*Identify operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements by applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

*Work with software development and analyst teams on requirements and solution design.

*Use techniques including sampling, model building, and structured analysis to ensure solution is efficient, cost-effective, and financially feasible.

*Drive development and collection needs around data analytics and data modeling/engineering.

*Gather and publish data dictionaries: Maintain data models in ER/win, capture data models from existing databases, and record descriptive information into Erwin (or Visio, Excel, and/or LucidChart).

*Participate in the de-normalization of the data model, ensuring that business are implemented via an alternate mechanism (i.e. trigger, application code).

*Closely work with the App Dev team and DBA to create an appropriate conceptual, logical, and physical data model.

*Present data designs and project approaches to the DRB for review and approval and ensure all DRB artifacts are created.

*Identify business needs, organize, and define data, create, and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models; Maintain appropriate Version Control on data models.

Desired Experience/Capabilities:

Possess and maintain required skills to include, but not limited to:

*Telecommunications protocols, call flows, databases, and data servers

*Radio frequency and telecommunications standards, equipment, and processing techniques

*Telephony and VOIP Terminologies

*OpenStack framework

*Software Defined Networks (SDN)

Required Qualifications:

*Applying Agile/Scrum methodologies for project delivery and quality assurance using Jira, Confluence, and similar tools.

*Applying analytical solutions and utilize Python and SQL scripting, data access tools, and MS Word to generate reports and liaise with multiple teams.

*Utilizing Python and SQL to write and execute complex queries and procedures to test algorithms based on data models for telecommunication insights.

Educational and Clearance Requirements:

*M.S. in STEM or 12+ years direct experience and 6+ years technical leadership

*B.S. in STEM or 15+ years direct experience and 6+ years technical leadership

*PhD in STEM or 10+ years direct experience and 6+ years technical leadership

*Possess a current TS/SCI clearance

Regional Site Lead/Director Intelligence Community Solutions – Columbia, MD

CNF Technologies is a rapidly growing company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, and with field offices in place and emerging in key markets/geographies nationwide. The Regional Site Lead(s) provide a senior manager in the local area for employees, clients, and business partners. Site Leads:

* Provide local leadership to CNF employees assigned to the field office through a combination of direct supervision and coordination with program managers and project managers operating in the region, but physically stationed outside it.

* Provide Operations accountability for assigned programs, to include management of cost, schedule, and performance baselines, as well as ensuring customer satisfaction. This includes establishing and managing subcontracts, vendors, etc. to meet customer objectives, and participating in CNF operations processes for governance and control over programs we perform.

* Develop strategy and growth plans for the region, which include developing strategies for growth that align with CNF’s business strategy and core values, developing and qualifying a pipeline of business opportunities to deliver that strategy, and participating in capture and proposal phases of the business development processes. Developing and maintaining strong industry relationships and customer intimacy with clients in the region is essential.

Daily duties include managing the execution of contracts, capturing follow-on contracts and growing existing contracts; managing personnel; ensuring quality of contract delivery and maintaining customer and teammate relationships.

After the initial orientation and transition period, the Site Lead will be given general direction but will be expected to perform duties and responsibilities independently. This includes developing strategy, identifying target markets, developing delivery models/capabilities, and managing the capture of new business. The Site Lead works directly with all corporate staff including HR, contracting, finance, and security as an extension of the CNF Operations Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Site Lead will lead sensitive, high visibility projects in CNF Technologies’ dynamic, high-growth oriented environment. In addition, this individual will play a pivotal role in establishing the processes, procedure, and infrastructure a company growing rapidly needs to ensure continued success.

* Provide effective, inspiring leadership by being involved in the delivery of programs and services, and developing deep knowledge of our staff, clients, and contracts.

* Ensure contractual compliance and timely delivery of services and solutions to clients, emphasizing the implementation of CNF Technologies’ quality management solution to continually improve our delivery model.

* Develop and maintain relationships with key customers and Government stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and keep CNF Technologies in touch with emerging needs.

* Prepare and deliver inputs to an Annual Operations Plan, describing the work to be executed, the expected financial results, and the critical sales / contracts actions required to deliver it.

* Lead, coach, develop, and retain CNF Technologies’ high-potential future leaders and technical experts with an emphasis on preparing them to serve in more senior roles.

* Spearhead the identification and tracking of emerging technologies affecting client mission/contract success and develop strategies for CNF Technologies to address them.

* Participate in the Business Development and Capture cycle, including assisting in solutioning and proposal development, for strategic opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated leadership capabilities and have extensive technical and management experience in the field of engineering and research and development, especially in the Cyber, Space, or ISR mission domains. Prior experience managing contract delivery teams and detailed understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations is required. Successful candidates must have demonstrated track record of capturing and executing business in the region the Site Lead position is located within. Additional requirements include:

* B.S. in technical field (M.S preferred) such as computer science, information systems, or engineering (other STEM degrees satisfy this requirement).

* Minimum 15 years leadership experience, at least 10 of which include program or project management in federal contracting within the Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community. Profit & Loss experience is highly valued and is a discriminator.

* Exceptional leadership skills, evidenced by successfully building, motivating, and managing high-performance teams and working effectively as a partner with other executives and stakeholders.

* Reputation for teamwork, a strong work ethic, integrity, candor, and accountability to drive issues to successful resolution.

* Extensive program management experience to include managing large Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Candidate must demonstrate deep financial acumen and ability to manage cost-reimbursable, time and materials, and fixed price contract types.

* Strategic thinker with proven ability to leverage technology and develop and implement efficient and effective processes and procedures in a complex, high growth environment.

* Ability to methodically analyze problems, identify solutions, and maintain composure in potentially stressful situations.

* Prior experience developing business strategy, capture management, and managing, writing, and reviewing proposals is essential in this role.

* Exhibit good writing, speaking and listening skills, including the ability to render concise reports, summaries, and presentations.

* Requires eligibility for a current Top Secret clearance based on current Single Scope Background Investigation and be eligible for indoctrination for SCI. Strong preference for candidates with current full scope polygraph.

Senior Engineer/Analyst – San Antonio, TX/Columbia, MD

Minimum/General Experience:

Significant experience in telecom research and building data dictionaries based on industry standards such as IEEE and ITU‑T. The data analyst will research, design, develop, and demonstrate the data research aligns with an operational telecom analysis system.

Functional Responsibility:

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

*Identify operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements by applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

*Work with software development and analyst teams on requirements and solution design.

*Use techniques including sampling, model building, and structured analysis to ensure solution is efficient, cost-effective, and financially feasible.

*Drive development and collection needs around data analytics and data modeling/engineering.

*Gather and publish data dictionaries: Maintain data models in ER/win, capture data models from existing databases, and record descriptive information into Erwin (or Visio, Excel, and/or LucidChart).

*Participate in the de-normalization of the data model, ensuring that business are implemented via an alternate mechanism (i.e. trigger, application code).

*Closely work with the App Dev team and DBA to create an appropriate conceptual, logical, and physical data model.

*Present data designs and project approaches to the DRB for review and approval and ensure all DRB artifacts are created.

*Identify business needs, organize, and define data, create, and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models; Maintain appropriate Version Control on data models.

Desired Experience/Capabilities:

Possess and maintain required skills to include, but not limited to:

*Telecommunications protocols, call flows, databases, and data servers

*Radio frequency and telecommunications standards, equipment, and processing techniques

*Telephony and VOIP Terminologies

*OpenStack framework

*Software Defined Networks (SDN)

Required Qualifications:

*Applying Agile/Scrum methodologies for project delivery and quality assurance using Jira, Confluence, and similar tools.

*Applying analytical solutions and utilize Python and SQL scripting, data access tools, and MS Word to generate reports and liaise with multiple teams.

*Utilizing Python and SQL to write and execute complex queries and procedures to test algorithms based on data models for telecommunication insights.

Educational and Clearance Requirements:

*S. in STEM or 8-12+ years direct experience and 3+ years technical leadership

*S. in STEM or 12+ years direct experience and 3+ years technical leadership

*PhD in STEM or 5+ years direct experience and 3+ years technical leadership

*Possess a current TS/SCI clearance

Senior Information Assurance Engineer – San Antonio, TX/ Columbia, MD

Senior Network Engineer – Fort Meade, MD

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

The Network Engineer will support planning, design, development, implementation, and technical support of multiplatform, multi-system networks to encompass diagnosing network performance shortcomings and designing and implementing performance improvements. The Network Engineer will develop, operate, and manage networks required to operate in a secure environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Demonstrated experience/knowledge in the following areas:

• Install and configure Cisco 7600 series routers and 6500 series switches.
• Maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and diagnose and resolve problems with Cisco ASA firewalls, Cisco IDS/IPS, VPNs, Cisco 3750 series switches, and Cisco management applications.
• Develop network security requirements and policy and translate requirements into specific device configurations.
• Design and implement enterprise-level ISP backbone networks.
• Provide technical directions for the operation, configurations, and maintenance of network devices.
• Direct small teams in the identification and resolution of complex technical issue and problems.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewall a plus.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• BA degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Ten (10) years of experience in network design, to include routing, switching, and network security is required.
• CCNA Certification required.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Current TS/SCI with FS Poly

LOCATION:

Fort Meade, MD

Senior Network/Security Engineer – San Antonio, TX

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist in day-to-day oversight of critical IT infrastructure and identify weaknesses, then create robust countermeasures to avoid security breaches and/or incidents. Train employees on security best practices and advice management on investments to safeguard the company’s computer and network systems. Assist in creating/updating security protocols, procedures, policies for the overall security posture of the IT security infrastructure. Assist in performing vulnerability/risk assessments for customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Develop, execute, and track the performance of security measures to protect information, network infrastructure and computer systems.

*Review and update current security plans and strategies.

*Engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architectures.

*Identify, define, and document system security requirements and develop solutions.

*Maintain security software monitoring systems which help identify security breaches, irregular behavior, then and set up preventive measures.

*Oversee security monitoring program and staff.

*Assist in CMMC3 regulatory compliance adherence.

*Assist in Planning, development, and implementation of company information security strategy.

*Educate and train staff on information system security best practices.

*Perform routine vulnerability assessments and create risk assessment reports for customers.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Risk/Vulnerability Assessments, Network, Linux and Windows Administration, Shell Scripting, and familiar with RMF, CMMC regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

3+ years, vulnerability assessment/penetration testing
Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or Cyber Security
Desired Certifications: CompTIA Sec+, CISSP, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Senior Test Engineer – San Antonio, TX

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will provide senior level engineering services and technical leadership of test engineering functions for our US Government clients. You will manage a team of cyber testers and perform a variety of activities for testing and evaluating cyber tools and solutions focused in the area of Offensive Cyber Operations.

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Candidate must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-team environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and a minimum of 7 years of work experience. Candidates who hold a Master of Science in a technical field require a minimum of 5 years work experience. The candidate will possess and maintain required skills to include, but not limited to:

*Integrating, testing, and deploying solutions.

*Linux based command line and script development.

*Experience with Bash, Python, and PowerShell.

*Agile development with DevOps/DevSecOps infrastructures.

*Test automation tools such as Jenkins, Robot Framework, and Selenium.

*Linux and Window operating systems, OSI Model, Network traffic collection/analysis.

*Open Source, cloud, virtualization, and microservices technology and software.

*Software Test automation.

*Programming and/or scripting skillsets.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

*Design, develop, enhance, debug, and implement software solutions supporting Cyber Operations for defensive and offensive platforms

*Provide test automation research, development, test, and evaluation support for all phases of test automation.

*Prepare test and evaluation plans, test cases, and reports in accordance with established operations and processes.

*Research, design, develop, and/or modify test automation using various industry tools for systems and/or applications software.

*Perform functional, interoperability, and integration testing at various layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model.

*Coordinate with customers, test engineers and range engineers to ensure testing infrastructure supports test objectives and associate use-case requirements.

*Aggregate, examine, and analyze test data to determine capability and functional conformance to the requirements.

*Recommend changes to capabilities and functions as a result of gaps observed during testing and evaluation.

*Actively participate in Agile team planning and test execution.

*Provide task leadership and mentoring of other test engineers.

*Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and partner test engineers to develop customer testing and test automation solutions.

REQUIREMENTS:

*Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI

LOCATION:

San Antonio, TX

Site Security Manager (SSM) / Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) – Colorado Springs, Colorado

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CNF Technologies is searching for a seasoned Site Security Manager (SSM) & Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO). This is a multidisciplinary security position requiring a highly qualified security professional in support of multiple special access programs and collateral level contracts. The Site Security Manager (SSM) / Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) is responsible for the management, direction, administration and development of security programs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements. The CPSO is the primary interface with government agencies, prime and subcontractors’ regarding assigned program security matters and requirements. The CPSO must be proficient and capable of execution of duties pertaining to Special Access Program (SAP) personnel security, physical security, and information security. Implement security processes necessary to protect classified information, with strict adherence to NISPOM, ICDs and other applicable Executive Order and DOD regulations. As a Site Security Manager (SSM), this position will oversee SCIF construction operations, ensuring compliance with Construction Security Plans, conduct security inspections, documenting deviations, and coordinating incident reporting. The SSM must have in-depth practical experience in the design and execution of SCIF and SAPF construction projects. They will coordinate with construction managers and corporate staff alike, creating staffing schedules and a weekly presentation of construction progress. Must have leadership skills and be capable of managing/working with a team of security professionals and Program Managers, prioritizing, and managing dynamic workloads while applying risk mitigation methodologies.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

SECURITY MANAGEMENT
• Work with the SAP government program manager (GPM) to ensure a secure environment to facilitate the successful development and execution of SAP programs.
• Development of Program Protection Plans (PPPs) and OPSEC Plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments.
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance.
• Working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s.
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes.
• Develops, maintains, and administers Operations Security by identifying critical information, analyzing threats and vulnerabilities, assessing risks, and applying appropriate mitigation methods.
• Initiate/maintain personnel security records and clearances for collateral, SAP/SAR/SCI related programs to include the use of JADE, DISS, SWFT, ACCS, and NISS.
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs and SCI nominations.• Provides initial program indoctrination of employees after access approval; and debrief as required.
• Conducts pre and post-travel briefings/debriefings and reviews all foreign travel itineraries of program-accessed personnel.
• Monitor organizations employee Personal Security Clearances. Initiate initial/periodic re investigations and manage incident reporting/reportable information program and take immediate action when new adverse or questionable information is discovered regarding an individual with current access.
PHYSICAL SECURITY
• Possess expert level of knowledge of ICD 705 and DoDM 5105.21, Volume 2 relevant to SCIF and SAPF construction, accreditation, and maintenance.
• Manage/maintain Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Access Control System (ACS) in accordance with DoD and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 2050 compliance standard.
• Develop/maintain Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records.
• Apply physical security concepts to improve security in-depth posture.
• Manage Alarm Response Program.
• Develop and manage key and combination control program.
• Availability to respond to after-hours alarms and emergency conditions.
• Maintain a visitor control program, process incoming and outgoing visit certifications.
INFORMATION SECURITY
• Establishes and oversee classified material control program.
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation.
• Conducts annual inventory of accountable classified material.
• Establishes written procedures as well as monitors procedures for reproduction and destruction.
• Establishes and oversees specialized procedures for transmission of SAP materials.
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Develop classified courier transportation plans for government approval and detailed courier instructions/training to designated couriers.
SECURITY EDUCATION & TRAINING
• Provides overall management and direction for assigned SAP SETA programs.
• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events.
• Operate and maintain a security education, training and awareness programs including indoctrinations, annual refresher training, debriefings, and event specific training.
• Be a proficient briefer capable of training large numbers of personnel.
• Ensures the SETA program meets specific and unique requirements of every SAP.
• Delivers country-specific threat/defensive briefs to personnel travelling to foreign countries.
SCIF CONSTRUCTION
• Draft Construction Security Plans in accordance with, ICD 705 and/or Accrediting Official’s organizational policies.
• Outline Threats and Risk Mitigation Strategies.
• Enforce/Implement construction security plans.
• Lead meetings, in-progress reviews, working groups, and design meetings (35/65/95%).
• Conduct design reviews from a security perspective to confirm designs and plans are inclusive of SCIF/SAPF accreditation requirements.
• Conduct Initial and subsequent risk assessments Work with the AOs and project General Contractor on security requirements for the project(s).
• Ensure ICD 705 requirements are implemented and advise of any variances.
• Conduct periodic entry/exit inspections to ensure compliance with the CSP.
• Document security incidents/deviations the CSP and make appropriate notifications w/ 24hrs.
• Ensure access control procedures are implemented.
• Maintain a list of all workers, companies, and vendors used on the project and include this list with facility accreditation files.
• Maintain CST and CAG documentation records for the duration of the project to include in final accreditation package.
• Coordinate SSM staff on-site resources to continuous monitoring of the construction site.
• Develop SOPs for performance of duties in accordance with the ICD 705, CSP.
• Create, Develop, and Apply inspection methods to finished and unfinished construction work, materials, tools, equipment, personnel, and personal items.
• Initiate and update FFC and TEMPEST checklist compiling all documentation for submission.
• Perform or oversee all STC and IEEE-299 testing conducted in support of approved CSPs.
• Ensure adequate coverage on site by delegating tasks as needed.
• Ensure CSTs full understanding of the construction and purpose.
• Updates the CSTs with notes gathered from GC daily meetings.
• Manages CST daily assignments.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & KNOWLEDGE:

• Shall have successfully completed the Department of State (DoS) Construction Surveillance Technician training course (SE631), SSM Training (SE-601) or equivalent training.
• Detailed knowledge of the DoD SAP Manuals Vol 1-4 and its implementation.
• High level of understanding and proficiency of the NISPOM.
• In-depth knowledge of the NISP and proven experience with DCSA Security Vulnerability Assessments.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, possess good problem-solving skills, and be able to enforce policies in a professional and personable manner.
• Willing to travel on company business (approximately 25%).
• Have a wide range of experience to expand across multiple security disciplines (Personnel, Information, Physical, Industrial Security) and environments (Operational, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, Command and Control).
• Basic understanding of Cyber Security, specifically Knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security requirements.
• Ability to perform COMSEC duties including inventory and disposition.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Intermediate competency level with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Ability to solve problems of varying levels of complexity.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess Current TS/SCI with SAP Eligibility.

LOCATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Place of work is Colorado Springs, CO, remote work opportunity is available. You WILL be required to travel periodically in support of SCIF builds outside the Colorado Springs commuting distance – approximately 25% .
The pay range for this position in Colorado is $135,000/year to $160,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. CNF also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location.

Software Engineer Level 0 – Baltimore/Columbia, MD

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a Software Engineer Level 0, you will perform system capabilities analysis, programming, installation, testing, and validation of operational automation and communications software as specified by requirements, standards, and licensing terms. With guidance from more senior engineers, your scope of responsibility will include analysis, design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of computer software in support of technical and mission requirements.

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Candidate must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-team environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building/coding system applications with programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, C#, and Python in Agile/DevOps/DevSecOps environments. A candidate who holds a Certified Kubernetes Administrator certification is preferred.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

*Work with container and container orchestration software.
*Perform tasks related to high-speed networking and network protocol technologies.
*Perform development tasks that support high-speed, distributed processing applications.
*Use GitLab to support GitOps process for Agile DevSecOps.
*Develop, create, or modify Python applications.
*Perform API development using gRPC, Corba, and REST.
*Work with Linux platforms.

REQUIREMENTS:

Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Full Polygraph

LOCATION:

Columbia, MD
60% telework is available, please note government reserves the right to change that requirement at any time

Software Engineer Level 1 – Baltimore/Columbia, MD

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a Software Engineer Level 1, you will perform system capabilities analysis, programming, installation, testing, and validation of operational automation and communications software as specified by requirements, standards, and licensing terms. While assisting other engineers, your scope of responsibility will include analysis, design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of computer software in support of technical and mission requirements.

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Candidate must be capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-team environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering, mathematics, sciences, or technology-related field of study and have 2+ years of hands-on experience building/coding system applications with programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, C#, and Python in Agile/DevOps/DevSecOps environments.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

In this role you will:

*Work with container and container orchestration software.
*Perform tasks related to high-speed networking and network protocol technologies.
*Perform development tasks that support high-speed, distributed processing applications.
*Use GitLab to support GitOps process for Agile DevSecOps.
*Develop, create, or modify Python applications.
*Perform API development using gRPC, Corba, and REST.
*Work with Linux platforms.

REQUIREMENTS:

Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Full Polygraph
Certification: Certified Kubernetes Administrator

LOCATION:

Columbia, MD
60% telework is available, please note government reserves the right to change that requirement at any time

System Software Engineer Mid-Level – San Antonio, TX

MINIMUM/GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

CNF is hiring a team to work onsite in San Antonio, Texas to fulfill the requirement of a System Software Engineer Mid-Level to perform database, replication, and system administration tasks as required for various development, testing, training and exercise environments involving Modernized Integrated Database (MIDB) systems and Global Command and Control Systems – Joint (GCCS-J) in support of the Contract in for the 35IS. The candidate will be based in San Antonio, TX at 35th IS, Lackland AFB, TX.

Knowledge/Experience in the following:

*Relational database administration (Sybase preferred)

*SQL experience

*Understanding of database replication

*Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Any app server (Wildfly/JBoss preferred), RHEL/CentOS/Solaris, Scripting (Bash, ksh, etc)

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:

System Software Engineer Mid-Level conduct the following:

*Interface with customers to design, implement, and maintain complex, bridged Sybase replication environments to support scenarios involving cross connected versions of various weapon systems.

*Use SQL to assist with maintaining data quality across multiple versions of MIDB and GCCS-J.

*Perform all administration tasks for Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE), Sybase Repserver, and Wildfly app servers for the 35IS MIDB and GCCS-J systems.

*Provide remote assistance in design, maintenance, and recovery of MIDB and GCCS-J Sybase database systems.

*Utilize your experience and knowledge of troubleshooting errors to assist application developers and testers with integrating their application solutions with our database systems.

*Design, tune, and implement load test scenarios as requested by the customer.

*Design, install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers on Nutanix hardware.

*Perform database, app server, and system administration tasks to support implementation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls to ensure compliance.

*Leverage experience with different technologies to assist with administration needs onDell EMC servers, NetApp storage, Nutanix AHV, Prism, Acropolis on Nutanix appliances, and other tools to deliver Enterprise Services to support the cyber security mission of 35th IS information systems (IS) and networks.

*Respond and resolve service outages, technical queries and other system related issues.

*Perform system checks (processes, services, network, storage) to ascertain overall system health.

*Update and document configuration management and troubleshoot any reported problems.

*Collaborate with the security team on system upgrades and issues.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

DOD Directive 8570 IAT II certification (Security+ or equivalent)

BS/MS (BA/MA) with 5 yrs directly related experience

Or

MS with 2 yrs directly related experience

Accepted Degrees: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Systems, Or related BS degree

Must have an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance

LOCATION:

San Antonio, Texas