Data Engineer

Central Intelligence Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Intelligence Agency, Data Engineers in the Directorate of Mission Systems, is seeking professionals to transform and deliver high-priority datasets for exploitation and analysis. You will build scalable pipelines using cloud and open source software, ensure data quality with automated validation, and collaborate across teams to store data for mission systems.

Applicants typically hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields, with a 3.0 GPA or higher, and experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or higher.
• Experience with data engineering and large datasets is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transform and deliver high-priority datasets for exploitation and analysis.
• Design and build scalable data pipelines using cloud and open source tech.
• Develop automated data validation methods for accurate loads.
• Collaborate with collectors, data scientists, and software engineers.

Skills

ETL

Workflow orchestration

Container orchestration

Database

Search technologies

Distributed computing

Serverless design

Cloud computing

Education

Bachelors in Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Data Science

Mathematics/Statistics

Tools

SQL

Python

Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP)

Job description

• Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Hiring Path: Fed Competitive
• Number of Openings: Many
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Data Engineers in the Directorate of Mission Systems (DMS) solve critical data challenges by building data pipelines, transforming data, and delivering data to systems to advance CIA's mission.

Key Responsibilities

As a Directorate of Mission Systems (DMS) Data Engineer at CIA, you will transform and deliver high-priority datasets to enable exploitation and analysis for CIA's intelligence mission. Using computer programming and other capabilities, DMS Data Engineers develop processes to transform raw structured or unstructured data into useful, actionable information for critical mission systems.

They design and build scalable data pipelines using commercial cloud, open source, and custom software solutions to process large datasets. DMS Data Engineers create automated data validation methods to load data into systems accurately and consistently. Through partnerships with collectors, data scientists, and software engineers, DMS Data Engineers design how data will be integrated and stored for optimal effectiveness.

DMS Data Engineers are curious and use their skills to identify problems and build solutions, applying updated expertise in areas such as ETL, workflow and container orchestration, database and search technologies, distributed computing, serverless design, and cloud solutions. DMS encourages and supports continual learning. Opportunities exist for continued professional development, to include advanced technical training. Travel opportunities may be available.

Requirements & Education

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Central Intelligence Agency, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74584 – $156755/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-01-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.

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