Data Engineer (TS/SCI)

Make an Impact Where It Matters!The company is seeking a Senior Data Engineer / Technical Lead to support mission-critical cyber and network operations within the Department of War and Intelligence Community. In this role, you will design, build, and optimize data pipelines that transform complex, high-volume data into actionable intelligence supporting national security efforts.This is more than a hands-on engineering role—you will also lead technical direction, mentor team members, and help shape the future of data engineering across the program. What You’ll Be DoingDesign and scale data ingestion pipelines for large, complex structured and unstructured data setsIntegrate new data sources and enhance existing data flows for performance and reliabilityLead efforts around data integrity, validation, monitoring, and troubleshootingSupport mission partners by enabling timely, accurate, and accessible data for analysisDecompose and solve complex system and dataflow challenges across distributed environmentsCollaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders across mission teamsProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and mid-level engineersDrive best practices across ETL development, data modeling, and system architectureRequirementsRequired QualificationsActive TS/SCI clearance (required)14+ years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, or related technical fields.(Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)Strong experience designing and building ETL pipelines and data ingestion frameworksHands-on experience with Kafka, NiFi, and AWS (S3, SQS)Proficiency in Java and/or Python, with experience in unit and integration testingSolid understanding of data formats (JSON, XML, SQL schemas, compressed formats)Experience troubleshooting data pipelines, system performance, and dataflow issuesDoD 8570 IAT II certification (or higher)Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting cyber or network operations environmentsFamiliarity with Agile development environmentsExperience with Kubernetes, Docker, or containerized deploymentsExposure to Apache Airflow or Mage AIStrong documentation and communication skillsExperience developing training materials or mentoring team membersTech EnvironmentLanguages: Java, Python, SQLData & Streaming: Kafka, Apache NiFiCloud: AWS (S3, SQS, SNS)Tools: GitLab, Maven, VSCode, IntelliJ, PyCharmOther: YAML configuration, Linux (Bash), data modeling & ETL frameworksLeadership OpportunityThis role includes technical leadership responsibilities, including:Guiding data engineering strategy and architecture decisionsMentoring engineers and promoting best practicesDriving innovation across data ingestion, processing, and analytics capabilitiesSuporting program growth and long-term technical vision Why US?At the company, we’re building a mission-driven, collaborative team supporting critical national security initiatives. We value technical excellence, accountability, and creating an environment where our people can thrive.You won’t just be another engineer—you’ll be part of a team where:Your work directly impacts real-world missionsYour ideas and expertise are valuedYou have opportunities to grow, lead, and innovateBenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insurance401(k) and financial planning supportPaid time off and holidaysProfessional development and tuition assistanceDependent care supportEqual Opportunity EmployerThe company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.