Data Engineer with Security Clearance

Summary Data Engineer Springfield, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you. Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level. Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) was created with the purpose of providing integrated enterprise IT support to Federal customers both CONUS and OCONUS. CARS employs Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with decades of experience working in the Federal marketplace. Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) is seeking a skilled Data Engineer to support mission-critical initiatives requiring the ingestion, transformation, and operationalization of high-value data. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building scalable data pipelines and cloud-based architecture and thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. Responsibilities Aggregate data from various sources, including SQL/NoSQL databases, APIs, streaming services, and flat files. Develop and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for data ingestion into centralized repositories or data lakes. Clean, transform, and enrich raw data to meet analytical and operational needs. Implement data validation checks and ensure ongoing data integrity and quality. Continuously monitor pipeline performance, identify system bottlenecks, and enhance throughput and reliability. Automate data workflows using tools like Apache Airflow or similar schedulers. Utilize cloud technologies (e.g., AWS S3, Lambda, Glue, Azure Data Factory, GCP Big Query) for storage, processing, and orchestration. Contribute to the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud data platforms. Work cross-functionally with data scientists, software developers, and business analysts to translate data requirements into engineering solutions. Support ongoing research, reporting, and dashboard initiatives with high-quality data sets. Ensure all data solutions are compliant with DoD/Federal data security standards, including encryption, access control, and audit logging. Support classified data environments with strict adherence to TS/SCI protocols and data governance policies. Maintain up-to-date documentation of data systems, workflows, and business rules. Establish and promote best practices for data architecture, version control, and CI/CD in data environments. Investigate and troubleshoot data issues independently and collaboratively. Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks and streamline data operations. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 8+ years of relevant experience OR Associate's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience Proficiency in Python, SQL, and working with RESTful APIs. Experience designing and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines. Strong knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Familiarity with data warehousing, data modeling, and version control systems (e.g., Git). Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Poly clearance Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others. Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues. Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired. Good problem-solving skills: ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it How you'll grow At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers. Benefits At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you. Chenega MIOS's culture Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives. Corporate citizenship Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. Learn more about Chenega's impact on the world. 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