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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.\r\nIAT Level 2 Certification (Security+ CE or equivalent)\r\nExperience with Windows and/or Linux\r\nStrong experience in analytic development\r\nProficiency in Python\r\nExperience with system authorization, RMF, and vulnerability management (including Nessus)\r\nNice to have:\r\nExperience with patch management and IAVA tracking\r\nFamiliarity with PIG, PySpark, and Scala\r\nExperience developing AWS Lambda functions\r\nHands-on experience working in an Agile environment\r\nClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. 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