Automation Software Engineer - Cleared

Overview

At Intelliforce, we specialize in building software and automation solutions that remove friction from mission operations. This high‑priority role directly supports the RECON team within CNO, delivering immediate operational impact by streamlining how infrastructure and internal processes are deployed, tracked, and enforced. You’ll be part of Intelliforce’s core automation and mission engineering capability, trusted for rapid execution, independent ownership, and close collaboration with mission stakeholders in fast‑moving environments.

Location:

Columbia, MD

Schedule:

Full time, mission-focused
Clearance:
Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)

You’ll work independently while integrating across multiple teams, systems, and technology stacks. You’ll engage directly with mission stakeholders to gather requirements and rapidly translate them into deployable automation solutions. You’ll design and implement robust automation for project tracking, issue management, documentation, and configuration management. You’ll build and customize workflows that automate internal processes end to end, reducing manual effort and improving reliability.

You’ll own features from concept through deployment, continuously iterating based on mission feedback.

• Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required. Four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree. A minimum of twelve years of experience developing software or automation solutions supporting complex, mission‑focused environments is required.

• Strong proficiency in Python for scripting, data manipulation, and building automation and integration tools.
• Deep experience creating and managing custom workflows within the Atlassian ecosystem, including Jira and Confluence.
• Proven ability to identify manual or inefficient processes and fully automate them through software solutions.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, and drive projects from concept to completion.
• Strong communication skills for direct collaboration with mission partners and technical stakeholders.

• Prior experience supporting CNO missions.
• Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
• Familiarity with adjacent technical domains such as dataflow, data science, or mission analytics.

This role leverages a mission automation stack centered on Python scripting and services, Atlassian Jira and Confluence workflow customization, REST‑based integrations, configuration and process automation tooling, and supporting data manipulation and analytics technologies commonly used in CNO environments.

$ – $. The salary range is an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s background and suitability for the role. This range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility.

• Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off.
• Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
• Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting.
• Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
• A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at Rec with your specific request.

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