--- title: 'Application Programmer III at CompTech Computer Technologies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/application-programmer-iii-comptech-computer-technologies-huntsville-rr6a0my8yntn' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Application Programmer III at CompTech Computer Technologies - **Company:** CompTech Computer Technologies - **Location:** Huntsville, AL - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-08 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/comptechcomputertechnologies/jobs/5418764008 ## Job description ## WELCOME TO COMPTECH Good people. Dedicated People. Hard-working people. CompTech is a service-oriented program management and technical company working to build lasting relationships with small and large companies, municipalities, and Government agencies. Headquartered in Dayton, OH, our clients nationwide are provided with services in client-focused practice areas resulting in solutions to organizational challenges. Job Description Job Title:       Application Programmer - Level III Location:       Redstone Arsenal (FAHC), Huntsville, Alabama (on-site) Supporting:  The Defense Health Agency (DHA) **Secret Security Clearance** ## Overview CompTech is seeking an experienced Application Programmer III to support the analysis, modification, implementation, testing, and ongoing operation of enterprise application systems. This advanced-level position is responsible for reviewing and modifying programming systems, developing application specifications, supporting application implementation, and coordinating testing activities. The Application Programmer III works with users, programmers, system administrators, and other technical teams to translate requirements into effective application solutions while helping ensure the reliability, security, and performance of the systems and infrastructure supporting those applications. Scope of Work Key responsibilities include: - Review, analyze, and modify programming systems to support organizational application requirements. - Perform encoding, debugging, installation, configuration, and modification activities associated with application systems. - Develop detailed application specifications based on technical, operational, and user requirements. - Identify required application inputs and define appropriate outputs to meet user needs. - Analyze existing applications and programming systems to identify required modifications or improvements. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, software, configuration, and system-related issues. - Oversee the implementation of required hardware and software components for approved applications. - Coordinate testing of application systems to validate functionality and successful implementation. - Develop and maintain development diagrams, flowcharts, process flows, and technical documentation for programmers and other technical personnel. - Provide technical guidance and support throughout application modification, testing, implementation, and maintenance activities. - Coordinate with programmers, system administrators, infrastructure teams, cybersecurity personnel, and end users to resolve application-related issues. - Support the maintenance, configuration, security, backup, recovery, and reliable operation of systems supporting enterprise applications. - Assist with monitoring application and system performance and resolving performance or availability issues. - Ensure application changes and implementations comply with applicable technical, cybersecurity, and organizational requirements. Experience, Education, and Certification Requirements: Experience: - Six (6) years of progressive experience in application programming, application development, application systems analysis, or a closely related technical discipline demonstrating advanced proficiency. - Demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, modifying, debugging, and supporting programming/application systems. - Experience developing application specifications and translating user or operational requirements into technical solutions. - Experience identifying application inputs, processing requirements, and output requirements. - Experience implementing and supporting application software and associated system components. - Experience coordinating application testing, validation, and implementation. - Experience creating technical diagrams, flowcharts, process documentation, or similar materials used to support programming and application development. - Experience troubleshooting complex application and system issues. Education: - Bachelor's degree or applicable equivalency of four (4) additional years of relevant experience. Preferred / Relevant Certifications: One is required for consideration - Commercial baseline certifications applicable to this role may include: - (ISC)² CISSP - CompTIA CASP+ Additional certifications relevant to technical support, desktop support, or DoD cyber workforce requirements are a plus. Security Clearance Requirements: - Active Secret Clearance Salary: - $90,000 - $98,000 plus Full Benefits, PTO, 401k+ ## Equal Employment Opportunity CompTech is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Satisfaction. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please call Human Resources at (937) 228-2667 or email stefanie.wallace@comptech.com. A CompTech associate will respond to your message as soon as reasonably possible. ## About CompTech Computer Technologies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: CompTech is a service-oriented program management and technical company providing IT, engineering, and program management solutions primarily to U.S. federal, state, and local government agencies. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Dayton, Ohio, United States (8534 Yankee St., Suite 1C, Centerville, OH 45458) - **Founded**: 2005 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: IT Services and IT Consulting - **Target Customers**: Federal government agencies (U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, Defense Logistics Agency, Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Navy, Federal Aviation Administration), state and local governments (State of Ohio, City of Dayton), and commercial clients. - **Mission/Purpose Statement**: “CompTech is a service-oriented program management and technical company working to build lasting relationships with small and large companies, municipalities, and Government agencies. Headquartered in Dayton, OH, our clients nationwide are provided with services in client-focused practice areas resulting in solutions to organizational challenges.” [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) ## Products & Services CompTech delivers solutions across eight key practice areas: - **Program Management & Acquisition Services**: Full lifecycle program and acquisition management for government clients. - **Software Development / Sustainment**: Custom software development, maintenance, and sustainment. - **Infrastructure Services**: IT infrastructure design, deployment, and support. - **Data & Database Services**: Data management, database administration, and analytics. - **Healthcare & Lab Services**: IT and management support for healthcare and laboratory environments. - **Technical Data Services**: Technical data management, documentation, and publishing. - **Facility Management**: Physical facility operations and maintenance. - **Records Management**: Secure records storage, digitization, and lifecycle management. Additionally, CompTech offers **Temporary Services** (staffing) and **IT Professional Services** (engineering, project management). [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of **USD 21.0 million** (LinkedIn estimate, most recent year) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/comptech-computer-technologies) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable – privately held with no publicly listed investors. Key contract partners include the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Defense Health Agency (DHA), and General Services Administration (GSA). - **Growth Signals**: - Employee headcount of 112 (+5.7% year-over-year, +10 people) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/comptech-computer-technologies) - Named **Minority Business of the Year 2025** [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - Awarded a position on the **$12 billion JETS 2.0 IT Services Contract** [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - Awarded a **$2.5 billion IDIQ** for Geographic Service Providers (GSP) with the Defense Health Agency [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - Won a **$49 million DLA J6 Enterprise Service Delivery III Task Order** [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - Received **four EPA Records Management awards** on the Information Management Center Services (IMCS) IDIQ [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - Awarded three new contracts with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and a J3 Exercise Planning Task Order [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/) - LinkedIn followers: 15,941 (yearly growth +5.3%) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/comptech-computer-technologies) ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Expertise**: Over 20 years of experience serving federal, state, and local agencies, with long-standing relationships and a track record of winning large multi-billion dollar contracts. - **Certifications and Compliance**: Holds industry-recognized certifications including ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, NIST 800-171 compliance, and CMMI Version 3.0 Level 3 for Development, Services, and Suppliers [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/). - **Minority-Owned Business**: Certified minority-owned status provides advantages for government set-aside contracting and diversity goals. - **Multiple Best-in-Class Contract Vehicles**: Access to GSA MAS, GSA STARS III, DLA JETS (DoD-wide), DHA GSP, EPA MRITSS, and SHIELD contracts, enabling rapid service delivery to government clients. ## Strategic Focus - **Expanding Federal Contract Portfolio**: Continued pursuit of large IDIQ and task order contracts across defense, civilian, and health agencies. - **Security and Compliance Excellence**: Maintaining and enhancing cybersecurity posture (NIST 800-171, ISO 27001) to meet evolving government requirements. - **Service Diversification**: Growing capabilities in healthcare IT, records management, and facility management alongside core IT and engineering services. - **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring for roles ranging from computer operators to senior database administrators and strategic growth directors, with a focus on filling cleared positions. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. Core values: **Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Satisfaction** [comptech.com](https://www.comptech.com/blank). - **Work Model**: Mix of remote, on-site, and hybrid roles. Current openings include remote positions (Cloud IT Support Specialist, Senior Database Administrator, Strategic Growth Director) and on-site computer operator roles at various government locations (Tracy, CA; Fort Belvoir, VA; Richmond, VA; Columbus, OH; etc.) [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/comptechcomputertechnologies). - **Notable Perks**: Opportunity to work on mission-critical government contracts with national impact; stability from consistent contract wins; career growth in a growing private company (112 employees). The company provides reasonable accommodation for disabilities and encourages veterans and protected veterans to apply. - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on process maturity (CMMI Level 3) and security compliance; employees work with modern technologies in infrastructure, software, data, and cybersecurity. ## Sources 1. [comptech.com – About Us](https://www.comptech.com/about-us) 2. [comptech.com – Homepage](https://www.comptech.com/) 3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io – Jobs at CompTech](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/comptechcomputertechnologies) 4. [linkedin.com – CompTech Computer Technologies Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/comptech-computer-technologies) 5. 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