Application Engineer IV

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success. ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at [](http://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/) **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