Software Development Specialist

Job Category: Information Management, Technology & Security

Requisition Number: OPERA
002868

• Posted :
  February 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Position: Software Development Specialist

Work Environment: On-site with potential for authorized telework

Clearance Required: Secret

Status: Funded

Knowesis is currently seeking an exceptional Software Development Specialist to join our team and provide invaluable support to the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) Information Technology Support Services (ITSS) Bridge contract.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must have a Secret security clearance and possess United States Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of United States Citizenship will not be considered due to the position's security clearance requirements.

The Job Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide a full range of application development support through all phases of the software development lifecycle for the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) systems
• Provide software development, programming, configuration, and customization support for customer technical issues and requests
• Design, code, and test new applications to meet OIG business requirements
• Enhance existing systems by analyzing business objectives, preparing an action plan, and identifying areas for modification and improvement
• Maintain existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects
• Modify, develop, write, and implement software programming applications and components
• Coordinate with user interface designers to develop site architecture
• Create client-side applications and websites that meet customer requirements
• Create documentation for user information, site maps, privacy policies, security functionality, and usability
• Work with the quality assurance team to resolve issues resulting from pre-live testing
• Provide support, customizations, workspace creation, and modification for the OIG ticketing system
• Provide SharePoint customization and development
• Provide support, development, and creation for customized plugins
• Follow all OIG Change Management and Engineering Review processes and ensure changes are completed according to the project and release manager schedule
• Work with the OIG Project Management Office (PMO) to establish and meet project milestones to ensure all solutions meet documented customer requirements and are within project scope
• Maintain existing and, as required, develop new documentation that includes Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), system design documentation, and technical specifications, adhering to organizational templates, policies, and standards
• Ensure all developed solutions are in compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Department of Defense (DoD), and OIG policies and standards
• Participate in code reviews and follow secure coding practices
• Troubleshoot and debug application issues in development, test, and production environments
• Support the OIG PMO and Enterprise Architect (EA) during requirement analysis to develop technical solution options
• Create and maintain application documentation, including technical design documents, user guides, and system architecture diagrams
• Meet OIG established service level metrics and performance standards
• Travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) and the National Capital Region (NCR) may be required to attend meetings, conferences, and training

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in computer science, information systems, software engineering, information technology, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, application programming, or related technical roles
• Strong programming experience with ASP.NET, C#, and .NET Framework
• Experience with Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server and database programming
• Experience with full software development lifecycle (requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance)
• Experience designing, coding, and testing new applications
• Experience enhancing and maintaining existing software systems
• Experience with debugging and troubleshooting software applications
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Team Foundation Server, or similar)
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security principles
• Knowledge of Department of Defense Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and compliance requirements
• Strong documentation skills and ability to create technical specifications and user documentation
• Experience working in a government or DoD environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Information Assurance Technician…