Central Intelligence Agency · 2 months ago
Data Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $157K/yrThe US Central Intelligence Agency is seeking a DDI Data Engineer to solve critical data challenges and support its intelligence mission. The role involves building optimal data pipelines, analyzing data, and delivering actionable information for mission systems.
Cyber SecurityGovernmentNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Transform and deliver high-priority datasets to enable exploitation and analysis for CIA's intelligence mission
Develop processes to transform raw structured or unstructured data into useful, actionable information for critical mission systems
Design and build scalable data pipelines using commercial cloud, open source, and custom software solutions to process large datasets
Create automated data validation methods to load data into systems accurately and consistently
Design how data will be integrated and stored for optimal effectiveness in partnerships with collectors, data scientists, and software engineers
Identify problems and build solutions using updated expertise in areas such as ETL, workflow and container orchestration, database and search technologies, distributed computing, serverless design, and cloud solutions
Qualification
Required
Proficiency with computer programming languages like Python, Java, Scala, or equivalent Object-Oriented Programming Language and knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of data ingestion, transformation, modeling, and storage
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in groups within a team environment
Curiosity, creativity, and initiative
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies: Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field, Data Science or related quantitative field, Information Science/Technology, Forensics (Digital Forensics, Forensic Science, and Technology), Mathematics/Statistics
At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK
You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable
You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible)
You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area
You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation
Preferred
Prior experience related to data engineering, data science, data architecture, database and search technologies
Experience analyzing or processing bulk datasets
Experience with signal/image processing, geospatial modeling or voice/data communications
Prior application of serverless design patterns, such as serverless applications or websites
Understanding of scaling and performance of distributed/cloud systems
Understanding of data science concepts, AI/ML, automation, and scripting
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Company
Central Intelligence Agency
CIA is the Nation's premier agency for providing global intelligence in the ever-changing political, social, economic, technological and military landscapes.
Founded in 1947
0-1 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Nand Mulchandani
Chief Technology Officer
Cameron Dickerson
Director & Founder - Intelligence Advanced Analytics (IAA)
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