Appian Software Developer/Integrator with Security Clearance

Position Summary Base-2 Solutions is seeking an Appian Software Developer/Integrator to contribute to the design, development, deployment, and operation of a DoD-wide TCPED workflow management platform for Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). The role involves integrating off-the-shelf and new development efforts, leveraging cloud computing, AI, ML, and cross-domain transfer systems to enhance mission-focused big data analytics tools and micro-service development. The position is primarily on-site in Bethesda, MD, with a flexible schedule and occasional remote work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Work with a team of system integration engineers to successfully deploy release candidates to production environment. * Participate in test, staging, and production deployment. * Integrate container-based Appian using Kubernetes, Rancher, Helm, and other DevOpsSec integration tools. * Assist in the maintenance of services and procedures for a big data pipeline including Kafka, Elasticsearch, and in-house Python/Java microservices running on Kubernetes. * Monitor automated system integration tests to identify failed modules and components. * Manage individual project priorities, deliverables, and deadlines. * Foster an environment of collaboration with team members to provide quality service and product to the customer. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience. * Experience with Appian. * Experience with containerization. * Development and/or scripting experience, especially Python and Bash. * Experience with DevOps practices and tools including Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) tools and practices, especially Gitlab or Jenkins. * Experience with Agile practices. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Enthusiastic with the ability to work well on a team and a self-starter who can work independently. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with systems at scale. * Experience with Kafka or other message passing systems. * Experience on a production/enterprise system. * Cloud infrastructure experience. * Appian certification. * Experience with Java, Kubernetes monitoring (e.g., Prometheus/Grafana), Appian integration with PostgreSQL or other DBs, SALT for deployment automation, GraphQL, Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Logstash (specifically admin experience), Helm and Helmfile. * Possess at least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification, e.g., CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ CE, SSCP, CISSP (or Associate). * Ability to obtain Privileged User Account (PUA) certification per DoD 8570 policy. Required Education and Experience Equivalency * Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience. * Masters with 6+ years of experience. Required Certifications * DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ CE, SSCP, CISSP or Associate). * Ability to obtain Privileged User Account (PUA) certification per DoD 8570 policy. Required Security Clearance * Active Top Secret/SCI Pay & Benefit Highlights Compensation * Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity). * Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral. * Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent). Health * 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents. * Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans. * 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents. * 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection * 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability. * 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability. * 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D). * 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000. Retirement * 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total). * 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options. Leave * Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO). * 11 paid floating holidays. Work-Life Balance * Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent). NT