Role: Power Platform Developer / Application Programmer Company: Arch Systems Client: US Federal Govt. Location: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time Mandatory: The candidate must have a Power Platform certification (PL400 or PL200) must currently hold, or have previously held, an active security clearance or have a Security+ certification. Application Development Design, develop, and deploy Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven) to streamline workflows and enhance business operations. Create and manage Power Automate flows, custom connectors, and Azure Functions to integrate internal and external data sources. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services to support application interoperability and data exchange. Ensure applications are modular, reusable, and optimized for performance across environments. Security and Compliance Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and data access policies consistent with organizational security models. Ensure all development practices adhere to NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) standards. Support DoD 8140 compliance initiatives and integrate cybersecurity best practices throughout the development lifecycle. Conduct vulnerability assessments, secure code reviews, and participate in security audits as required. Collaboration and Integration Work closely with stakeholders, business analysts, and system administrators to translate functional requirements into technical solutions. Integrate applications with Microsoft Dataverse, SharePoint Online, Azure SQL Database, and third-party systems. Collaborate with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to maintain secure cloud-based environments. Quality Assurance and Maintenance Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and performance benchmarks to ensure software reliability. Manage application lifecycle activities, including version control, documentation, and deployment pipelines. Provide ongoing technical support, troubleshooting, and updates for deployed solutions.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered. Candidates must have prior experience supporting U.S. Federal Government projects and hold an active security clearance. This requirement is mandatory. Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in application development, including at least 2 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform. Technical Skills: Proficiency with Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate, and Dataverse. Strong understanding of Azure App Services, Azure Functions, and API Management. Experience with C# or .Net Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. Knowledge of NIST SSDF, DoD 8140/8570, and secure coding principles. Required Certifications Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400) or Microsoft Power Platform Functional (PL-200) DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) or an active government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Experience implementing Zero Trust principles and Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). Familiarity with Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) processes in DoD environments. Experience with Agile or DevSecOps software development methodologies. Core Competencies Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills. Excellent communication and documentation abilities. Demonstrated commitment to security-first software development practices. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams. CompTIA Security+ CE CCNA Security (now replaced by Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate) CySA+ (CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst) GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional) CND (Certified Network Defender) SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner – ISC²) CompTIA Security+ CE