Cyber Analytics Application Engineer

Description

The company is hiring an Application Engineer in Linthicum Heights, MD, for a full-time role within its Data Management practice.

You will join an Agile team that builds and maintains an enterprise cybersecurity platform, replacing manual, resource-heavy work with automated, data-driven tools.

The role involves no travel.

Responsibilities

• Build, upkeep and support analytics tools written in Python, AWS Lambda, Pig and PySpark.
• Create scalable pipelines for processing and ingesting data that support cybersecurity work.
• Review incoming data ingestion requests, and review teammates' code and merge requests.
• Keep data accurate, complete and delivered on time to end users.
• Check incoming data for completeness, consistency and quality.
• Watch daily application and data operations, spotting and fixing problems early.
• Work with other teams to strengthen automated security capabilities and the Secure the Enterprise goals.
• Take part in Agile/SCRUM work, including planning, building, testing and ongoing improvement.

Requirements

• Required: An active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Required: A High School Diploma or GED with 12 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's Degree with 10 years, or a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years, or a Master's Degree with 6 years, or a Doctorate with 4 years.
• Required: Solid experience building and supporting analytics and data processing solutions.
• Required: Strong Python development skills.
• Required: All education and experience must be in a technical field related to the role, and degrees, diplomas and certificates must come from accredited institutions.
• Desired: Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Desired: Experience supporting system authorization and accreditation.
• Desired: Familiarity with vulnerability management processes and tools such as Nessus.
• Desired: Experience with patch management and IAVA tracking.
• Desired: Experience working with Pig and PySpark.
• Desired: Experience developing AWS Lambda functions.
• Desired: Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments.

Conditions

Full-time position based in Linthicum Heights, MD, with no travel required.

A TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is needed to start.

The proposed salary range is $103,800 - $218,100.

Final salary depends on factors such as location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, prior experience, skills, education and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time off.
• Flexible time off that lets you manage your schedule.
• Access to learning resources and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay.