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% 401(k) 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). Signficant 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 San Antonio, TX & 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.