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ARDENT

<div>At Ardent, we hire people who want more than a job &mdash; they want to serve a mission that matters. Our teams support the federal government's most critical national security and defense priorities, helping protect the nation, strengthen resilience, and advance the technologies and capabilities that keep America secure. For veterans, cleared professionals, and purpose-driven innovators, Ardent is a place to continue serving alongside a team that understands the importance of the mission and the people behind it.

We also know top talent has choices, which is why we back our mission with benefits and flexibility that stand out: competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, flexible PTO, federal holidays off, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, wellness stipends, and a culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability. If you want to build something meaningful, while enjoying the kind of flexibility and support that you need to do your best work &mdash; Ardent is where your next mission begins.

Ardent is seeking a Web Developer Security Engineer to join our team.
This position is based in Washington, DC and may require a combination of on-site and remote support depending on program needs.

Position Description:

Ardent is seeking a Web Developer Security Engineer to support the security of mission-critical web applications, APIs, and supporting cloud environments. This role will focus on integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle, identifying and remediating application vulnerabilities, supporting compliance initiatives, and implementing security controls that help ensure applications remain resilient against evolving cyber threats.

The Web Developer Security Engineer will work closely with development, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and operations teams to support secure application design, vulnerability management, threat detection, incident response, and DevSecOps initiatives.

Responsibilities and Duties:
<ul>
<li>Identify, analyze, and remediate web application vulnerabilities, insecure dependencies, misconfigurations, and security weaknesses.</li>
<li>Support vulnerability management activities throughout the software development lifecycle, including threat modeling, security assessments, remediation validation, and risk reduction efforts.</li>
<li>Integrate security controls into web applications, APIs, and supporting services using secure-by-design principles.</li>
<li>Support implementation of secure communication protocols, data protection mechanisms, and application security controls.</li>
<li>Obtain, review, and analyze web server and application logs to identify anomalies and indicators of compromise.</li>
<li>Support incident response activities related to web application security events and investigations.</li>
<li>Develop automation scripts and processes to improve threat detection, security monitoring, and compliance reporting.</li>
<li>Maintain documentation related to findings, remediation activities, security controls, and operational procedures.</li>
<li>Support compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks including NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements.</li>
<li>Participate in audits, risk assessments, security reviews, and authorization activities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve application security posture and support continuous security enhancements.</li>
<li>Support implementation of DevSecOps practices and security controls throughout CI/CD pipelines.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting Application Security, Web Application Security, Secure Software Development, DevSecOps, or related disciplines.</li>
<li>Experience supporting secure software development and vulnerability remediation activities.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10, secure coding standards, and web application security best practices.</li>
<li>Experience developing or supporting modern web applications utilizing technologies such as .NET, C#, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, REST APIs, and SQL.</li>
<li>Experience performing log analysis, security monitoring, and investigation of web application security events.</li>
<li>Experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining Web Application Firewalls (WAFs).</li>
<li>Experience supporting File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) solutions and security monitoring technologies.</li>
<li>Familiarity with security testing tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, NDR, or similar platforms.</li>
<li>Experience implementing DevSecOps principles and integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines.</li>
<li>Ability to perform risk assessments, analyze cyber threats, and provide remediation recommendations.</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.</li>
<li>Ability to successfully complete and maintain a government background investigation.</li>
<li>Current security certification(s) such as:
<ul><li>CSSLP, GWEB, CASE, OSWE, OSCP, Security+, GSEC, or equivalent.</li>
</ul>
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience supporting federal government environments.</li>
<li>Experience supporting NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, and security authorization activities.</li>
<li>Experience with threat modeling, security architecture reviews, and secure application design.</li>
<li>Experience implementing advanced DevSecOps practices and automated security controls.</li>
<li>Experience with AWS cloud security and container security technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.</li>
<li>Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools to support security monitoring, automation, and compliance activities.</li>
<li>Experience developing security metrics, audit reporting, and compliance documentation.</li>
</ul>
Due to the nature of the work we support, all candidates in consideration for this role must be willing to undergo the government issued background investigation process. We highly encourage all Veterans and those with disabilities to apply.

Ardent is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis protected by state, local, or federal law.</div>

Web Developer Security Engineer

Intrinsic Resolution

POSITION OVERVIEWIntrinsic Resolution, LLC (IR) is seeking a seasoned Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) &mdash; Tier 3 to support in a critical cybersecurity role at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) / National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) in Washington, DC. This high-impact position requires a technical expert capable of conducting advanced cyber engineering activities, supporting multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering cybersecurity expertise across domestic and international partner engagements in support of NNSA&rsquo;s Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (DNN) mission.ROLES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Conduct cyber engineering activities utilizing advanced tool sets in support of NNSA mission objectives.</li><li>Provide solutions to complex problems requiring analysis and innovative methods, collaborating with subject matter experts and program managers across critical infrastructure, industrial control system (ICS) cybersecurity, and information security disciplines.</li><li>Develop and deliver cybersecurity training to domestic and international partners.</li><li>Provide cybersecurity expertise as part of multi-disciplinary, multi-lab teams conducting facility assessments and consulting to DOE/NNSA&rsquo;s DNN.</li><li>Develop software and technological solutions in support of GMS missions.</li><li>Engage cybersecurity experts regularly to share relevant knowledge, recommendations, and fulfill deliverables collaboratively.</li><li>Design technical solutions independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; analyze sponsor requirements, implement software, and perform analyses to address requirements.</li><li>Manage multiple parallel tasks and competing priorities across customers and stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Assist architects and system developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality, ensuring uniform application of agency security policy and enterprise solutions.</li><li>Contribute to security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification, and awareness activities for system and networking operations.</li></ul>REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a closely related technical discipline.</li><li>Demonstrated hands-on experience with Splunk, RSA, Tenable Nessus, and SELinux.</li><li>Strong, demonstrated understanding of ports, protocols, and services.</li><li>Working experience in Microsoft and Linux environments.</li><li>Familiarity with Ansible, Tenable, GEMS, and SIMS/Sentris platforms.</li></ul>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Familiarity with SentinelOne endpoint detection and response (EDR).</li><li>Familiarity with Intrusion Detection/Prevention Solutions (IDS/IPS).</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).</li></ul>EDUCATIONA formal degree is not required. Relevant years of experience and demonstrated technical capability are weighted more heavily than academic credentials. Industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, Security+, or equivalent) are a plus.NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Active Top Secret clearance with a current investigation (within the last 5 years) &mdash; mandatory prerequisite.</li><li>On-site presence required at the Washington, DC facility &mdash; no remote or hybrid options available.</li><li>New hire start dates are strictly the 1st and 16th of each month.</li><li>On-call support is required; surge support outside normal business hours (EST) will be coordinated in advance whenever possible.</li><li>Normal shift: Monday &ndash; Friday, EST; start/end times may vary based on commute and seating availability in secure spaces.</li></ul>IMPORTANT NOTICE &mdash; 10 CFR PART 709 &amp; PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGPre-Employment Drug Testing &amp; Background Investigation: Prospective applicants are hereby notified that reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug, as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by the employer. A background investigation by the Federal Government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.Counterintelligence Evaluation Program (10 CFR Part 709): This position is covered by the Counterintelligence Evaluation Program regulations at 10 CFR Part 709. Applicants are advised that successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY &amp; COMPLIANCE NOTICESThis position and all hiring decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.As a federal contractor, Intrinsic Resolution, LLC complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA. No disability-related inquiries will be made prior to a conditional offer of employment, except as permitted by applicable law.Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): As a federal contractor, the Company complies with Executive Order 13496 and informs employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act. Information regarding these rights is available at the workplace and from the National Labor Relations Board.This position is covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS). Compensation and fringe benefits will be provided in accordance with the applicable U.S. Department of Labor wage determination and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.Pay: $165,000.00 - $173,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you familiar with Ansible?</li><li>Are you familiar with Tenable?</li><li>Are you familiar with SIMS/Sentris platforms?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>cybersecurity engineering : 5 years (Required)</li><li>demonstrated understanding of ports, protocols, and services: 3 years (Required)</li><li>&bull;	Working experience in Microsoft and Linux environments.: 1 year (Required)</li><li>Developing and delivering cybersecurity training: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Security clearance:<ul><li>Top Secret (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Washington, DC 20585 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Information System Security Engineer (Tier 3)

KeenLogic

<div>Cybersecurity Engineer
Position Summary
KeenLogic is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) by designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise security controls that enforce Zero Trust principles, identity-centric access, least privilege enforcement, continuous monitoring, and threat detection across cloud, network, endpoint, and identity environments. The engineer will support enterprise cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, identity and access management, cloud security, and compliance initiatives while ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity standards and industry best practices.
Work is primarily performed remotely; however, contractor personnel must be available to provide onsite support at the CBO Ford House Office Building in Washington, DC, as directed by the Government. KeenLogic offers Fortune 500-level benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, 401(k), and life insurance.
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance</li><li>
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)</li><li>
7+ years of experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations, engineering, or security architecture</li><li>
Experience implementing and maintaining security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-53</li><li>
Experience supporting Zero Trust Architecture initiatives aligned with NIST SP 800-207</li><li>
Experience with:</li><li>
Identity &amp; Access Management (IAM)</li><li>
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)</li><li>
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)</li><li>
Privileged Access Management (PAM)</li><li>
SIEM platforms</li><li>
EDR/XDR solutions</li><li>
Vulnerability management tools</li><li>
Security monitoring and incident response</li><li>
Experience securing cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure)</li><li>
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity compliance requirements</li><li>
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Security Operations<ul><li>
Support implementation, operation, and optimization of enterprise security platforms and services</li><li>
Maintain security controls across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments</li><li>
Support continuous monitoring and security operations initiatives</li><li>
Assist with enterprise security posture improvements</li></ul>
Security Architecture &amp; Compliance<ul><li>
Implement and maintain security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-53</li><li>
Support Zero Trust Architecture initiatives in accordance with NIST SP 800-207</li><li>
Participate in risk mitigation, continuous monitoring, and compliance activities</li><li>
Support audit readiness and security assessment efforts</li></ul>
Identity &amp; Access Management (IAM)<ul><li>
Configure and maintain identity and access management solutions</li><li>
Implement and enforce RBAC, PAM, and MFA controls</li><li>
Support authentication and authorization services</li><li>
Ensure least-privilege access principles are consistently applied</li></ul>
Threat Detection &amp; Incident Response<ul><li>
Monitor and analyze security events and alerts</li><li>
Support incident triage, investigation, containment, and remediation activities</li><li>
Assist with forensic data collection and analysis</li><li>
Perform root cause analysis and corrective action planning</li></ul>
Vulnerability Management &amp; Cloud Security<ul><li>
Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analysis</li><li>
Coordinate remediation, patching, and mitigation activities</li><li>
Secure AWS, Azure, and hybrid cloud environments</li><li>
Implement secure configuration baselines and hardening standards</li><li>
Support segmentation and access control strategies to protect sensitive systems and data</li></ul>
Documentation &amp; Operational Support<ul><li>
Develop and maintain cybersecurity SOPs, policies, and procedures</li><li>
Maintain security documentation, system inventories, and configuration records</li><li>
Participate in change management activities and security impact assessments</li><li>
Collaborate with network, cloud, application, and engineering teams to resolve complex security challenges</li></ul>
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Cybersecurity Engineer

Metrostar Systems

<div>As a Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer II, you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and sensitive information. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with a strong background in cybersecurity, a deep understanding of current threats and vulnerabilities, and the ability to implement robust security measures. As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cybersecurity infrastructure while staying abreast of emerging trends in the field

We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you'll do:

<ul><li>Design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and encryption mechanisms to ensure the organization's networks and systems remain secure.</li>
<li>Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.</li>
<li>Develop and implement incident response plans to effectively address security breaches, incidents, and breaches.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.</li>
<li>Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents</li>
<li>Analyze and investigate anomalies and security breaches, taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.</li>
<li>Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, software development, and compliance, to integrate security into all phases of the development lifecycle and ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.</li>
<li>Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations. Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and actions taken.</li>
</ul>
What you'll need to succeed:

<ul><li>7+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer with a specialization in designing and building implementations of required security controls; and implementing continuous monitoring and auditing of solutions for compliance with security controls.</li>
<li>Strong skills in specifying and implementing log collection into tools such as Splunk, and performing querying and analysis of aggregated logs to identify security-relevant anomalies or risks</li>
<li>Strong experience in implementing security controls from government regulatory frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, FedRAMP).</li>
<li>Experience with implementing controls for cloud, container, and DevSecOps services and solutions within IL5 to IL6+ environments.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and infrastructure components.</li>
<li>Proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.</li>
<li>Experience with security tools such as Fortify, Acunetix, and Prisma Cloud</li>
<li>Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements</li>
<li>Active TS//SCI clearance with CI poly</li>
</ul>
SALARY RANGE: $174,800 - $202,400

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
<ul>
<li>The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience</li>
<li>The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs</li>
<li>Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation</li>
<li>This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:</li>
<li><ul><li>Performance-based bonuses</li>
<li>Company-paid training and/or certifications</li>
<li>Referral bonuses</li>
</ul></li>
</ul><div>To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
<ul>
<li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with company match</li>
<li>Paid time off (PTO) and holidays</li>
<li>Parental Leave and dependent care</li>
<li>Flexible work arrangements</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Employee assistance and wellness programs</li>
</ul>
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That's why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer II (6625)

Applied Information Sciences

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Why AIS?
</h1>When you join AIS, you&rsquo;re joining a mission-driven team that&rsquo;s passionate about making a difference. You&rsquo;ll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity, continuous growth, and shared success.
<ul><li>Employee Ownership : Your contributions directly impact the company&rsquo;s success, and you share in its achievements.
</li><li>Continuous Learning : Access to resources, training, and mentorship to support your professional growth.
</li><li>Inclusive Culture : A workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone&rsquo;s voice is valued.
</li><li>Mission-Driven Work : Engage in projects that make a meaningful difference for our clients and communities. 
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">What are we looking for?
</h1>At AIS, we're looking for more than just skills - we're looking for driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference, eager to grow, and aligned with our core principles. 
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">What you will be doing? 
</h1>This position is contingent upon contract award. We are currently pursuing a proposal and are seeking qualified candidates to include in our submission and identify candidates for future hiring needs on the program once awarded.
&amp;#xa;At AIS, we are dedicated to providing our employees with diverse opportunities to grow their careers while supporting a variety of impactful projects. For this position, we are seeking a talented individual to join AIS as a Lead Security Engineer.&amp;#xa;
<ul><li>Core Knowledge &amp; Skills: Develops strategic security plans, applies advanced cryptography, manages security programs, and designs secure cloud architectures.
</li><li>Work &amp; Complexity: Leads strategic projects, integrates security into business processes, develops risk management strategies, and ensures compliance.
</li><li>Quality &amp; Independence: Delivers strategic projects, develops innovative solutions, maintains high standards, and ensures stakeholder satisfaction.
</li><li>Teamwork &amp; Communication: Leads and mentors teams, aligns efforts with organizational goals, manages performance, and develops training programs.
</li><li>Consulting &amp; Engagement: Provides high-level consulting, leads innovation initiatives, develops technology roadmaps, and manages vendor contracts.
</li></ul>&amp;#xa;As your initial project assignment, you will support the unique needs of our client as a Information System Security Officer, Senior.&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Position Summary 
 
</h1>The Senior ISSO provides leadership and oversight for system security compliance, authorization, and continuous monitoring activities. This role ensures that systems meet all federal cybersecurity requirements and drives timely authorization outcomes while mentoring junior staff and coordinating across technical and program teams.
This is a proposal-based position; employment is contingent upon contract award and funding availability. 
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Key Responsibilities
</h1><ul><li>Lead documentation, testing, and comprehensive review of system security controls
</li><li>Ensure full system boundary definition and accurate inventory of all technologies
</li><li>Oversee and validate implementation of all assigned NIST 800-53 controls
</li><li>Drive and manage system authorization (ATO) efforts to completion
</li><li>Ensure proper system lifecycle management, including decommissioning strategies
</li><li>Establish and enforce consistent continuous monitoring processes
</li><li>Advise stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, compliance posture, and remediation strategies
</li><li>Mentor Junior and Mid-level ISSOs
</li><li>Interface with ISSMs, AO representatives, and auditors 
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Required Qualifications
</h1><ul><li>Minimum 8+ years of ISSO or ISS Engineer experience in a cleared environment
</li><li>Minimum 8+ years of cybersecurity or related technical experience
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related discipline. An additional 4 years&rsquo; of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
</li><li>DoD 8570/IAT Level II certification or equivalent (CCNA Security, CyA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ or SSCP)
</li><li>Advanced experience with security tools such as:
<ul><li>Tenable Nessus / Security Center
</li><li>Splunk
</li><li>IBM Guardium
</li><li>HP WebInspect
</li><li>NMAP or similar tools
</li></ul></li><li>Deep expertise in:
<ul><li>RMF and NIST 800-53
</li><li>System authorization processes (ATO, IATT, ATO renewals)
</li><li>Continuous monitoring best practices
</li></ul></li><li>Active Top Secret clearance 
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Preferred Qualifications
</h1><ul><li>Experience supporting high-visibility federal or DoD programs
</li><li>Prior experience mentoring or leading security teams
</li></ul>&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;At AIS, we are committed to offering competitive and fair compensation that reflects the skills, experience, and contributions of each team member.&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;The targeted base salary range for this role is $120,000-$181,000 per year. Please note that this range is provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and location.&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;We value transparency in our hiring process and are happy to discuss how your unique qualifications align with our compensation structure during the interview process.&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;
Applied Information Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.</div>

Information System Security Officer, Senior

Kforce Inc

<div>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Kforce has a client in Washington, DC that is seeking a Junior Data Engineer. The Opportunity: Ever-expanding technology like IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence means that there's more structured and unstructured data available today than ever before. As a data engineer, you know that organizing data can yield pivotal insights when it's gathered from disparate sources. We need an experienced data engineer like you to help our clients find answers in their data to impact important missions. As a Junior Data Engineer, you'll implement data engineering activities on some of the most mission-driven projects in the industry. You'll deploy and develop pipelines and workflows that organize and make disparate data meaningful. Here, you'll work with and guide a multi-disciplinary team of analysts, data engineers, developers, and data consumers in a fast-paced, agile environment. You'll use your experience in analytical exploration and data examination while you manage the assessment, design, building, and maintenance of analytic solutions for your clients.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or related technical field
 </li>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience in data engineering, application development, data science, or related technical field
 </li>
 <li>
 3+ years of experience designing, developing, operationalizing, and maintaining data applications for reporting and analytics at enterprise scale
 </li>
 <li>
 3+ years of experience with Python, SQL, Scala, or R
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience creating solutions within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
 </li>
 <li>
 Valid US Passport
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Nice If You Have
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience with Palantir tools, such as Foundry
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with distributed data/computing tools including Spark, Databricks, Hadoop, Hive, AWS EMR, or Kafka
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with data visualization or geospatial tools, such as Tableau, Qlik, Power BI, or ArcGIS
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with Agile engineering practices
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working within a Combatant Command or other DoD organization
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
 
 
 We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability &amp; ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
 
 
 Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
 
 
 This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
 
 
 Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 
 
 By clicking &ldquo;Apply Today&rdquo; you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
</div>

Junior Data Engineer

Peraton

<div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">ABOUT PERATON</h5>
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world&rsquo;s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we&rsquo;re keeping people around the world safe and secure.</div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
ABOUT THE ROLE</h5><div><div>
Peraton is seeking a self-driven and resourceful Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to join our dynamic team in Washington, DC. This position is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring, and management of enterprise data center infrastructure environments. This role ensures the reliability, scalability, performance, and operational efficiency of critical infrastructure systems, including compute, storage, networking, virtualization, and supporting power and environmental systems.</div><div></div><div> 
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience supporting enterprise-class data center technologies and maintaining highly available, secure, and resilient infrastructure environments. This position requires expertise across multiple infrastructure domains, including virtualization, storage platforms, networking, and systems integration.</div><div>
Data Center Infrastructure Engineer responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Design, implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise data center infrastructure environments.</li><li>
Support and administer compute, storage, virtualization, networking, and associated infrastructure systems.</li><li>
Monitor infrastructure performance, capacity, and availability to ensure operational continuity and system reliability.</li><li>
Manage and troubleshoot server hardware, enterprise storage platforms, virtualization environments, and network connectivity.</li><li>
Perform infrastructure upgrades, patching, lifecycle replacements, and system migrations.</li><li>
Configure and support routing, switching, firewall, and load balancing technologies within the data center environment.</li><li>
Ensure infrastructure security, compliance, backup, and disaster recovery requirements are maintained.</li><li>
Develop and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, network diagrams, and operational procedures.</li><li>
Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and vendor support teams to resolve incidents and implement infrastructure improvements.</li><li>
Support capacity planning, scalability initiatives, and modernization efforts across enterprise environments.</li><li>
Participate in maintenance windows, outage response, and after-hours operational support as required.</li></ul></div></div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
QUALIFICATIONS</h5><div><div>
Required Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.</li><li>
Bachelors degree in engineering (or similar technical field) and eight (8) years relevant experience; Masters degree and six (6) years of relevant experience; PhD with three (3) years of experience. Four (4) years of additional experience in the above-cited duties may be substituted in lieu of a completed higher education degree.</li><li>
VMware Certified Professional &ndash; Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) or equivalent data center platform certification.</li><li>
DoD 8140/8570 Compliant.</li><li>
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), WebEx, and Teams.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in mission-critical operational environments.</li><li>
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li></ul><div>
Desired Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Cisco Data Center certifications</li><li>
Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)</li><li>
Cloud associate-level certifications</li><li>
Additional enterprise infrastructure or virtualization certifications</li></ul><div>
Benefits:</div><div>
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.</div></div></div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
DETAILS</h5><div>
Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual&rsquo;s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
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Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.</div></div><div></div>

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