Data Engineer SME - PRIME, Hybrid - TS​/SCI Columbia, MD

Who We Are

Stanley Reid is a specialized recruiting firm connecting top contractors with exciting IC/DoD opportunities. We're dedicated to a personalized, stress-free job search, matching your unique skills and goals with the perfect role.

Our client is a woman-owned small business supporting critical missions in the IC/DoD. They specialize in cybersecurity, software development, data science, and cloud migration. Enjoy a close-knit team and exceptional benefits, including fully-paid medical, 4 weeks PTO, 6% 401k match, and over $5k for training.

We are seeking a SME-level Data Engineer to support the ingestion of mission-critical and mission-support data sets into a big data environment. This role is pivotal in supporting cyber and network-related missions within military spaces. As a senior member of the team, you will focus on software infrastructure for big-data-scaled ingestion - including understanding new data sources, implementing testing, and establishing monitoring.

Additionally, you will lead the department in achieving strategic goals, ensuring data integrity, and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment.

• Experience:
  
  At least 14 years of experience in Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or Database Engineering. (+4 additional years of relevant experience can substitute for a BS degree).
• Technical Core:
  Fluency in data extraction, custom translation development, and loading (ETL). You should have significant experience with Java (including unit/integration testing), Python, and SQL.
• Big Data Tools:
  Expertise in Apache NiFi (administration and troubleshooting) and data flow solutions like Kafka and AWS S3/SQS.
• Infrastructure & Dev Ops:
  Proficiency with Linux OS (BASH), Maven, Git Lab, and YAML for schema configuration. Experience with Kubernetes and Docker is a plus.
• Certification:
  Must be certified DoD IAT II or higher (Sec+, etc).
• Mission Knowledge:
  Familiarity with cyber/network security operations and various log formats (JSON, XML).
• Soft Skills:
  
  Ability to lead a department, decompose complex technical problems, and work effectively in Agile environments.

* Please note:

Applicants may be required to complete a coding challenge during the interview process per customer requirements.

An active TS/SCI is required for consideration. Please note, you must have the required clearance - under or non-cleared applicants will not receive a response.

Hybrid schedule with onsite work performed in Columbia, MD

We encourage you to apply and connect with us even if a direct match isn't currently listed. Apply online at  or contact our MD team for more info: ,

Please Note Due to high application volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of submissions or provide updates. We will contact you directly if there is a match. Opportunities change frequently;
We cannot guarantee availability.

Posted on 01/15/2026