About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Job Title: Programming Specialist
Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ On-Site
Clearance Level: TS/SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start
Required Certification(s): Yes
SUMMARY
Performs software development and maintenance of applications and systems for the organization. Plans and coordinates all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of the organization’s applications. Conducts software coding, testing, debugging, and installation of an organization’s application systems. Documents requirements for databases, applications, and systems. Works closely with customers to document current operating procedures and support their projected operational needs.
May serve as an expert in all aspects of software design, development, and maintenance and may support multiple development teams and systems. Responsible for developing, distributing, supporting, enforcing, and integrating best practices and technology standards across the organization. Researches, collects, and reports information on the ability and capacity of products and systems. Allocates programming team resources and set delivery schedule to meet client requirements. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. Assists in the formulation of procedures and best practices for users of applications and systems.
JOB DUTIES
Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the related IT field. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under general supervision. Typically reports to a project leader, supervisor, or manager. Must be adept at problem solving, identifying risk, and communicating results and recommendations to department management.
Duties include but are not limited to: Developing and implementing software solutions: Programming specialists design and create software applications to meet business requirements. Debugging and testing: They troubleshoot and test software to ensure it functions correctly and efficiently. Collaborating with teams: Programming specialists work with other team members to coordinate and execute specific projects. Providing program updates and reports: They provide regular updates and reports to management, helping to track the success of their programs. These duties highlight the importance of a programming specialist's technical expertise and their ability to work collaboratively and manage projects effectively.
REQUIREMENTS
Requires Bachelor’s degree; or an Associate’s degree with at least 4 years of experience; or a minimum of 60 semester hours of formal education working towards an associate or bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience; or at least 8 years of experience is required. Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization be substituted for experience or education but varies by certification. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties.
Recommended Certifications: Microsoft Azure Developer, AWS Developer, Google Cloud Developer, CIW Web Developer, Oracle JAVA SE, Redhat, C++, C#, A+
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is indoors collaborating with team members. Climb stairs, sedentary, lift up to 10 lbs.
Our Core Values
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
- Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
- Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
- Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
- Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
- Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
- Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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