Senior Python and Data Analytics Developer (Security Automation)

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Senior Python and Data Analytics Developer (Security Automation) who is passionate about AI, automation, and cybersecurity innovation to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!

Join Valiant Solutions, LLC, an award-winning government contractor advancing the federal government s cybersecurity capabilities through intelligent automation and data analytics. We support a mature Information Security Continuous Monitoring (Security Automation) program that provides critical visibility into enterprise security posture. The next generation of this Security Automation program will leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to further automate processes, enhance analytics, and implement automated security control assessments accelerating insights and improving compliance efficiency across federal systems.

Named one of the in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!

As a Senior Python/JavaScript Developer, you will play a key role in developing the next-generation Security Automation platform designing, coding, and integrating AI/ML-powered BI, automated workflows, and intelligent security assessments. You ll collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, compliance analysts, and data scientists to transform existing automation into adaptive, data-driven capabilities that scale with mission needs.

This role offers an opportunity to combine modern software development, applied AI, and cybersecurity domain expertise to make a measurable impact on federal information security operations.

This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Security Automation BI and Workflows to visualize and predict security posture, control effectiveness, and compliance trends.
• Fine-tune and integrate automated security control assessments and continuous risk evaluation.
• Enhance and automate existing Security Automation workflows using Python, JavaScript, and APIs to reduce manual intervention and increase accuracy.
• Design and code to support the SOC and Cybersecurity initiatives as needed.
• Develop secure data pipelines and interfaces connecting cybersecurity tools (e.g., Splunk, Chronicle, Elasticsearch) with enterprise data lakes.
• Create technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, workflow models, and system integration guides.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to federal security and compliance standards, including NIST and FedRAMP guidelines.
  Be proactive in learning new AI Technologies as they get released and be ready to provide insights and recommendations to Senior Leadership on the new technologies and how they could be leveraged into the business.
• Be an instrumental leader in implementing emerging technologies regarding systems and Workflows using Microsoft CoPilot, Microsoft Power Automate, etc.

Required Experience

• 8+ years of professional experience in Python and/or JavaScript development (experience with Ruby or Java a plus)
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering
• 5+ Years of experience designing and implementing MS Power Automate Workflows, integrating O365 systems.
• Demonstrated experience building data-driven or AI/ML-enhanced applications or BI.
• Experience with data analytics, workflow automation, or machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Hands-on experience developing or integrating with APIs for security, analytics, or compliance tools.
• Strong understanding of data visualization frameworks (React, D3.js, Dash, Plotly) or BI platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with clients, engineers, and analysts.
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to pass a federal background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying AI/ML for cybersecurity automation, predictive analytics, or anomaly detection.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, 800-137, and federal Security Automation frameworks.
• Understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools (e.g., CSAM, Archer).
• Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA.
• Experience with MLOps, DevSecOps, or cloud-native automation (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work-life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast-paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment as part of a stellar team of professionals, then we invite you to apply online today.

The salary range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. It has been benchmarked in relation to the scope of the role, market rate, and internal equity. The salary for this role is expected to be in the $135,000 - $155,000 range. Where a candidate falls within the band can be determined based on one or more of the following: skillset, experience level, achievements, education, geographic location, security clearance, involvement in corporate tasks, and other non-discriminatory factors. In addition to the base salary, this role will include benefits as described above. Valiant reserves the right to adjust the salary range, experience requirements, and position responsibilities at any time without prior notice.