Application Engineer IV with Security Clearance

Join ClearEdge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD's most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions. Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/ , which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff. Your Mission: As an Application Engineer IV, you will play a vital role in developing, securing, and maintaining data-driven analytic systems. In this position, you will design and enhance software that supports large-scale data processing, vulnerability assessment workflows, and authorization requirements across mission environments. Your work will involve developing analytics, ensuring systems meet security and compliance standards, and supporting end-to-end data flows that power high-visibility operational missions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced technical environment, enjoys tackling complex data and security challenges, and can seamlessly integrate analytic development with strong security and risk-management practices. You Will Excel in This Role If You Are: * Experienced in analytic development, particularly in data processing and automation * Proficient in Python and comfortable working across diverse data environments * Knowledgeable in system authorization, including RMF processes and security compliance * Skilled in vulnerability management, ideally with experience using the Nessus scanner * Comfortable analyzing large datasets and optimizing data workflows * Detail-oriented with strong debugging and problem-solving abilities * Effective working independently while collaborating with engineers, analysts, and security teams A Day in the Life Of: * Developing, enhancing, and maintaining analytic tools and data pipelines * Writing and debugging Python code to process and analyze mission data * Supporting system authorization activities, including documentation and compliance checks under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) * Conducting vulnerability assessments and interpreting Nessus scan results * Monitoring data systems and investigating issues affecting data quality, security, or workflow continuity * Collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize data needs and security requirements * Supporting Agile processes such as sprint planning, reviews, and stand-ups Must Haves: * TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance * Twelve (12) years minimum experience and a High School Diploma/GED. Ten (10) years minimum experience and an Associate's Degree. Eight (8) years minimum experience and a Bachelor's Degree. Six (6) years minimum experience and a Master's Degree. Four (4) years minimum experience and a Doctorate's Degree. * IAT Level 2 Certification (Security CE or equivalent) * Experience with Windows and/or Linux * Strong experience in analytic development * Proficiency in Python * Experience with system authorization, RMF, and vulnerability management (including Nessus) Nice to Have: * Experience with patch management and IAVA tracking * Familiarity with PIG, PySpark, and Scala * Experience developing AWS Lambda functions * Hands-on experience working in an Agile environment About us: We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions. Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies. ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at [email protected]. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.bfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca