About Careertakes

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level CNO (Computer Network Operations) Analyst Programmer — Junior level — to join an on-site IT team in Harmans, MD. This is a full-time, on-site role supporting mission-critical software development for government customers. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret SCI clearance with polygraph (or be eligible to maintain such a clearance).

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Key Responsibilities

• Program and maintain software using Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, or Python
• Develop Windows applications (Visual Studio / .NET) and UNIX applications (makefiles or comparable build systems)
• Work on embedded or mobile platform development using proprietary, GOTS, or open-source build environments
• Produce and maintain technical documentation
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and software readiness reviews per Government software development procedures and processes
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and deployment activities as required by project schedules

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Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret SCI clearance with polygraph (must be able to maintain)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution — OR an equivalent substitution of four (4) years of relevant programming experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrable programming ability in one or more of: Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, Python
• Familiarity with Windows development toolchains (Visual Studio/.NET) and/or UNIX build environments
• Authorized to work in the United States

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Preferred / Helpful Skills

• Experience with embedded or mobile development toolchains
• Experience using makefiles, GOTS, or other build automation tools
• Strong documentation and code-review experience
• Ability to work well in cross-functional teams and follow formal software development lifecycle procedures

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Work Location & Employment Type

• Location: Harmans, MD (on-site)
• Employment type: Full-time
• This position is not remote or hybrid; on-site presence is required for all work

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Compensation

• Estimated pay: $143,881 per year (estimated amount shown on source listing). Actual compensation will be determined by Confidential Client based on experience and role requirements.

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Benefits & Culture

Confidential Client offers a benefits package designed to support employee well-being and career growth, including:

• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage options
• Retirement plan with employer match and potential discretionary contributions
• Training, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities
• Flexible schedules where permitted by client requirements
• Employee referral program

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Additional Notes

• This role supports U.S. government missions. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances and meet suitability standards.
• Confidential Client is committed to fair hiring practices and will consider qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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