Associate Applications Engineer Jobs in Maryland

Cybercore is looking for an Applications Engineer 4: The Applications Engineer 4 will design software tools and subsystems to support software reuse and domain analyses and manages their implementation. Manages software development and support using formal specifications, data flow diagrams, other accepted design techniques and Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools. Estimates software development costs and schedule. Reviews existing programs and assists in making refinements, reducing operating time and improving current techniques. Formulates and defines specifications for software applications or modifies and maintains existing applications using engineering releases and utilities from the manufacturer. Responsible for program design, coding, testing, debugging and documentation. Instructs, directs, and checks the work of other task personnel. Responsible for quality assurance review and the evaluation of existing and new software products. Required Skills The Applications Engineer 4 shall possess the following capabilities: * Continuously monitor the health and status of security tool suites through IT system management. Maintain, upgrade, refresh, and update to maintain full operational capacity.
* Conduct database administration to monitor, report, and repair any degradation of the health and status of the systems and tools within the NISIRT.
* Analyze any newly identified vulnerabilities and deficiencies within the Enterprise IT/IC GovCloud security tool suite; perform gap analysis. * As a result of the gap analysis and at the direction of the Government, research and evaluate commercial products capable of eliminating the vulnerability or deficiency within the security tool suite.
* Conduct analysis of alternatives and present findings of analysis results to the Government in a Technical Analysis package for the Government's evaluation and Government's selection of a solution. * Collaborate and coordinate with ancillary organizations to procure, deliver, dispose, and track and new HW/SW required for solution implementation. * Prepare Configuration Plans, SW enhancement plans, engineer solutions to easily interface with GUI and/or web front-end interfaces
* Define, design, and incorporate interfaces to retrieve data from various scanning tools. * Design, validate, and implement access controls as part of the systems and service solutions. * Enhance, modify, and test COTS/GOTS and any applicable hardware to ensure interoperability and compatibility with existing Enterprise IT/IC GovCloud architecture; prepare Engineering Change Proposals applicable to any implemented system configuration change. * Define, coordinate, and schedule testing, integration, implementation, and deployment activities with dependent external interface devices/owners. * Deploy security solutions across the IT Enterprise Network. Install hardware and implement required software to ensure fully functional computer environment. * Upon direction of the Government prepare and conduct security tool instruction/training with regards to newly deployed tool capabilities and functions for authorized users of the Agency Enterprise IT/IC GovCloud security tool suite.
* Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required Desired Skills * All experience and education will be in a technical field directly related to the labor category being proposed and all diplomas, GED certificates, and degrees will be from accredited institutions
* Ten (10) years minimum experience and a High School Diploma/GED
* Eight (8) years minimum experience and an Associate's Degree
* Six (6) years minimum experience and a Bachelor's Degree
* Four (4) years minimum experience and a Master's Degree
* Two (2) years minimum experience and a Doctorate's Degree Additional Details At CyberCore, we believe in taking care of our employees both inside and outside the workplace. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: * Health Insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy and well.
* Dental and Vision Insurance for preventive and routine care.
* Basic Life Insurance and Disability Insurance to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
* Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) to help you relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
* Paid Parental Leave for new parents to focus on family.
* Tuition Reimbursement to support your professional growth and education.
* A 401(k) plan with a company match to help you plan for your future.
At CyberCore, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $160,000. This range is a good-faith estimate that reflects various experience levels. At CyberCore, we consider multiple factors when determining compensation, including the specific role and its responsibilities, the candidate's professional experience, geographic location, education, and relevant skills. This range is not a guarantee of salary, as final compensation may also be influenced by contractual requirements and other considerations. Equal Employment and Diversity CyberCore has, on many occasions, expressed support and commitment to the principles of diversity and equal employment opportunity. It is CyberCore's policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer all personnel actions, without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, pregnancy, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. CyberCore will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, and any such conduct is prohibited. CyberCore is committed to ensuring that CyberCore's workforce and volunteers reflect America's diverse population. CyberCore knows that such diversity will enrich the company with the talent, energy, perspective, and inspiration we need to achieve our mission.