Full-Time
Java Developer
Xcelerate Solutions
201-500 employees
Security, consulting, and digital transformation services
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Bethesda, MD, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
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- Extensive experience with Agile methodologies, service-oriented architectures, and modern DevOps practices.
- Advanced proficiency with Java, the Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, including RESTful API implementation and integration with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Strong background in developing software that interfaces with data technologies such as Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS, AWS Lambda, and AWS S3.
- Proven experience integrating and delivering within DevOps toolsets and automated CI/CD pipelines.
- Direct experience with JUnit, Python, and Bash for performance testing and scripting in an Agile environment.
- Hands-on experience with commercial cloud platforms (Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Azure) and leveraging cloud data services (S3, RDS, EFS).
- Experience with version control systems and issue tracking systems to ensure collaboration, visibility, and quality.
- High school diploma plus 8 - 20+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree plus 4 – 10 years of relevant experience; Master’s degree plus 4 - 15+ years of relevant experience; Doctorate and 13+ years of relevant experience.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
- Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework to meet customer information technology needs.
- Participate in and direct software programming initiatives, shaping backend architecture, mentoring team members, and conducting code reviews.
- Develop and direct software system validation and testing methods using JUnit and Katalon, integrating custom-developed software solutions that leverage automated deployment technologies.
- Develop, prototype, and deploy cloud-based solutions using commercial platform services (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure).
- Conduct proof-of-concept, performance, and end-to-end testing to ensure systems meet mission-driven infrastructure and performance requirements.
- Support the Agile software development lifecycle and collaborate closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and technical team members to ensure user story alignment and implementation.
- Document and execute system software development and deployment, leveraging GitFlow, GitHub, Jenkins, and scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
- Apply software development best practices and standard operating procedures to deliver innovative, secure, and reliable technical solutions that support customer missions.
Xcelerate Solutions helps organizations manage risk for people and systems across three service areas: Enterprise Security, Strategic Consulting, and Digital Transformation. Its offerings include security programs, risk assessments, strategic guidance, and technology-enabled transformations that protect personnel, physical assets, and cyber infrastructure while speeding up value delivery. The company differentiates itself by providing an integrated, end-to-end portfolio that combines security expertise, strategic oversight, and practical digital-change initiatives under one umbrella, rather than offering a narrow, single-solution approach. Its goal is to improve security and resilience for America’s personnel, facilities, and digital networks and to deliver results more quickly by aligning risk management with actionable transformations.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
McLean, Virginia
Founded
2009
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Federal civilian portfolio expansion under Jeffrey Keen drives DHS, FBI, NRC contract growth.
- clearAvenue acquisition strengthens enterprise vetting capabilities and competitive positioning in security.
- Donald Ross's TSA and DHS expertise accelerates homeland security and State Department market penetration.
What critics are saying
- VMD Corp and clearAvenue integrations fail, eroding operational efficiency and client retention.
- CACI and Leidos outcompete Xcelerate on DoD and intelligence community contracts using scale.
- McNally Capital exits investment due to stagnant revenue growth below $250M, forcing restructuring.
What makes Xcelerate Solutions unique
- Integrated enterprise security, vetting, and critical infrastructure protection across federal agencies.
- GSA NextGen Login.gov BPA vendor with Socure for identity proofing across three functional areas.
- Recent leadership appointments bring 100+ years combined federal contracting and defense sector experience.
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Xcelerate Solutions appoints Jeffrey Keen as Senior Vice President of Federal Civilian Programs. March 25, 2026 Xcelerate Solutions, a leading defense and national security company, announced the appointment of Jeffrey A. Keen as Senior Vice President of Federal Civilian Programs, where he will lead the company's strategy, operations, and growth across its federal civilian portfolio. In this role, Keen will oversee program delivery and business development initiatives supporting civilian government customers, strengthening partnerships, and advancing solutions that modernize IT infrastructure, enhance mission performance, and improve service delivery across federal agencies. "Jeff brings an exceptional combination of operational leadership and deep experience across the federal civilian landscape," said Mark Drever, CEO of Xcelerate Solutions. "His proven ability to manage complex programs, lead high-performing teams, and build trusted government partnerships will be instrumental as we continue expanding our civilian programs." Keen brings more than two decades of leadership experience in federal contracting, program management, and strategic growth. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President of Federal Civilian Enterprise Solutions at CACI, where he supported the integration of Applied Insight following its acquisition and helped lead operations and growth initiatives across the company's civilian enterprise portfolio. Previously, Keen served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Applied Insight, where he oversaw a large operating portfolio supporting both federal civilian and Department of War customers. Throughout his career, he has led programs supporting agencies including the Defense Health Agency, U.S. Air Force, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Courts, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, U.S. Capitol Police, and U.S. Coast Guard, managing teams delivering communications support services, training, cloud services, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT support.
Xcelerate Solutions, a defence and national security company, has appointed Jeffrey A. Keen as Senior Vice President of Federal Civilian Programs. Keen will lead strategy, operations and growth across the company's federal civilian portfolio, overseeing programme delivery and business development for civilian government customers. Keen brings over 20 years of experience in federal contracting and programme management. He previously served as Senior Vice President of Federal Civilian Enterprise Solutions at CACI, where he supported Applied Insight's integration following its acquisition. Before that, he was Senior Vice President and General Manager at Applied Insight, managing programmes for agencies including the Defence Health Agency, Department of Homeland Security, FBI and Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Xcelerate Solutions provides integrated solutions for federal clients across homeland security, defence and intelligence community operations.
Xcelerate Solutions acquires clearAvenue.
/PRNewswire/ -- Xcelerate Solutions ("Xcelerate"), a leading defense and national security company and portfolio company of McNally Capital, today announced it...
MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Xcelerate Solutions, a leading provider of mission-driven solutions for the defense, intelligence, and homeland security communities, is excited to announce the appointment of Doug Kollme as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).