Security-Driven Application Engineer | Release & STIGs Lead

Caplock Security LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Caplock Security LLC is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to lead technical support for core applications, overseeing lifecycle management, deployments, security compliance, and infrastructure support in pre-production and production environments.

This contingent role requires an active Secret clearance, DoD 8140/8570 certifications, and a minimum of seven years of relevant experience, with collaboration across server and database teams to maintain high uptime and secure configurations.

Qualifications

• Seven years of relevant experience.
• BS, BA, or four additional years of related experience.
• Clearance: Secret.
• DoD 8140 / 8570 Certified (e.g., Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or greater).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain all software products utilized by supported applications.
• Execute software version installations, upgrades, and patch management.
• Identify application-specific firewall and network requirements.
• Provide hands-on technical support for data center migrations.
• Handle setup and administration of interfaces and APIs.
• Provide primary technical support for break/fix incidents to ensure high uptime.
• Direct support for the application's code release process across both pre-production and production environments.
• Lead the implementation of STIGs and SRGs for applications.
• Generate and provide required STIG/SRG output artifacts in support of program compliance.
• Research, troubleshoot, and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities discovered through routine scanning.

Skills

Secret clearance

DoD 8140/8570 certified

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Caplock Security LLC is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to lead technical support for core applications, overseeing lifecycle management, deployments, security compliance, and infrastructure support in pre-production and production environments.

This contingent role requires an active Secret clearance, DoD 8140/8570 certifications, and a minimum of seven years of relevant experience, with collaboration across server and database teams to maintain high uptime and secure configurations.