Job Summary:
Concept Plus is a mission-focused technology solutions provider that transforms IT concepts into impactful solutions for federal agencies. The Junior Software Developer will support client IT systems development and operations within a CI/CD DevSecOps environment, contributing to application development, testing, and maintenance while collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining application components and services
• Support CI/CD pipeline activities, including code integration, testing, and deployment
• Collaborate with developers, QA, DevSecOps, and Cloud Engineering teams to support delivery
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog execution
• Develop and maintain code, scripts, and basic integrations under guidance from senior team members
• Support automated testing and validation activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects with support from senior developers
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps
• Support infrastructure as code (IaC) efforts using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates
• Help integrate security scanning and compliance checks into build and deployment pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container scanning)
• Support cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or GCP, with an emphasis on security best practices
• Assist with containerization efforts using Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
• Monitor environments, logs, and alerts; assist with troubleshooting and incident response
• Document configurations, processes, and security controls to support audits and compliance requirements
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Learn and apply federal security frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP
• Ensure pipelines and software meet security standards, including STIG hardening and providing documentation for Risk Management Framework (RMF) or Authority to Operate (ATO).
Qualifications:
Required:
• Secret – Fully Cleared Only, must confirm clearance is active
• Client 8140 intermediate certification or client 8570 IAM Level II certifications or higher
• US Citizens Only
• 2 years experience in software development
• Familiarity with Java or similar programming languages
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile concepts
• Exposure to version control systems (e.g., Git)
Preferred:
• Experience working with Agile development teams of 20+ FTEs and be familiar with Agile methodologies.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or DevSecOps practices
• Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS or similar platforms)
• Basic understanding of APIs and system integration
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle or similar)
Company:
Concept Plus is a technology services company offering deep technical expertise, an experienced team, and a dedication to maximizing business productivity. Founded in 2008, the company is headquartered in Fairfax, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.