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# Application Engineer IV

- **Company:** Clearedge It Solutions Llc
- **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Big Data, Cyber Security, Data Infrastructure, Data Systems, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Data Streaming, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Processing, AWS Lambda, Pyspark, Patch Management, Nessus, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8961673/application-engineer-iv

## About the Role

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, * 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

## Description

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., * 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


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