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Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

Why Independent Software?

We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission.

We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software:

Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
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Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Company Sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
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We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Subject Matter Expert Satellite, Level 3 (FORECASTED)

Fort Meade, MD

Full Time

Information Assurance

Experienced

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, our mission is to protect and empower national security through innovative technology. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Satellite Level 3, you’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing and securing Insider Threat Analysis software used in critical intelligence environments. Your deep expertise in system architecture, cyber analytics, and secure software design will support the development and evolution of mission systems, driving capability, security, and innovation in a dynamic cyber landscape.

You’ll lead efforts in software customization, modeling, simulation, and implementation, working alongside stakeholders to solve complex problems and integrate secure solutions. This role offers a rare opportunity to impact real world missions by designing advanced threat monitoring capabilities, customizing security solutions, and resolving critical gaps in coverage.

Join a purpose driven team at Independent Software where collaboration, mission impact, and technical excellence are more than just values, they are how we work every day.
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Key Responsibilities:

Modify and enhance existing Insider Threat Analysis software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, and improve overall system performance
Build and deploy software enhancements using Windows, Linux, and TCP/IP networking
Design, develop, and troubleshoot software systems to ensure compatibility with third party tools and secure operation in mission environments
Coordinate technical R&D efforts and integrate solutions with other government systems and processes
Discover and apply statistical, forensic, and counterintelligence methods to resolve complex analysis and security issues
Lead and participate in major software security projects from planning through deployment and operation
Manage project scope, define requirements, and meet directly with clients and stakeholders to gather technical needs and propose solutions
Perform system modeling and simulation to evaluate proposed software solutions
Support implementation of analysis techniques into existing tools and evaluate their security and effectiveness
Identify risks and define engineering solutions to mitigate potential vulnerabilities
Conduct training development for government personnel on new software capabilities
Deliver technical documentation, strategic briefings, and progress reports to management and mission leads
Perform end to end research, debugging, and deployment of insider threat data analysis tools
Investigate and resolve anomalous insider threat activity and unauthorized access behaviors
Provide subject matter expertise in software engineering and cybersecurity in high security environments

Required Skills and Qualifications:

At least 12 years of experience in software engineering, system security, or a customer facing technical leadership role
Minimum of 5 years of experience with both Windows and Linux operating systems
Minimum of 2 years of technical project leadership experience
Deep understanding of network protocols, threat detection, packet analysis, and enterprise security architecture
Strong experience in software system development, threat mitigation, and debugging
Experience with insider threat detection and countermeasures in mission critical environments
Effective communicator with experience delivering high level technical briefings and collaborating with cross functional teams
Ability to identify emerging risks and develop proactive cybersecurity solutions

Education and Experience:

Master of Science (MS) in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, or related field
In lieu of a Master’s degree, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in a related field and two additional years of SME Satellite experience may be substituted

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

**This position is contingent on contract award**

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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