Security Data & Automation Engineer

Cadre5, LLC.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and vision

401K match

15 days PTO

10 holidays

Job summary

Cadre5, LLC. seeks a Security Data & Automation Engineer to acquire, transform, and operationalize data from diverse sources into robust storage and processing systems. You will build scalable pipelines, automate ETL and API integrations, and support AI-enabled applications on-site in Oak Ridge, TN.

The role emphasizes data security, governance, and collaboration with the Cadre5 Lab Partners division and ORNL ITSD, with Python-based development and Git workflows guiding implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field or combination of experience and education.
• Proficiency in Python and Git-based development workflows.
• Experience with ETL, automation, and integration tools like NiFi, Talend, Informatica or similar.
• Familiarity with APIs, orchestration, and workflow automation.
• Knowledge of Kafka, Spark, Hadoop and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration, inference workflows, and supporting hardware/software environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoE "Q" clearance; US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Data Acquisition and Pipeline Development: connect to data sources and build scalable ingestion workflows.
• Data Transformation, Cleaning, and Integration: parse, validate, enrich, and convert data; integrate datasets.
• ETL, Automation, and API Integration: design, monitor, optimize ETL and integrations; troubleshoot issues.
• Application Development and AI Integration: build AI-enabled automation tools using Python and Git workflows.
• Data Storage, Security, and Compliance: ensure secure storage and governance compliance.

Skills

Python

Git-based workflows

APIs

Workflow automation

AI/ML integration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Apache NiFi

Talend

Informatica

Kafka

Spark

Hadoop

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Position:Security Data & Automation Engineer

Location: Knoxville, TN

Job Id:552

# of Openings:1

Security Data & Automation Engineer

Founded in 1999 in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, Cadre5 provides innovative technical solutions to our customers locally and nationally. Our Cadre5 Lab Partners division has partnered with the Information Technology Services Directorate (ITSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to recruit a Security Data & Automation Engineer who will be responsible for acquiring, ingesting, transforming, and operationalizing data from diverse sources into storage and processing systems. This role is critical to ensuring data is accurate, secure, and ready for analysis, while also supporting custom application development, automation, advanced integrations, and AI capabilities.

ORNL delivers scientific discoveries and technical breakthroughs needed to realize solutions in energy and national security and provides economic benefit to the nation. This premier research institution located near Knoxville in Oak Ridge, TN, addresses national needs through impactful research and world-leading research centers.

This is a full-time, permanent position that requires on‑site work in Oak Ridge, TN.

Why Cadre5?

• Working with highly talented team members

Job Responsibilities:

• Data Acquisition and Pipeline Development
  • Identify and connect to data sources such as databases, APIs, file systems, and streaming platforms.
  • Develop, automate, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ingestion workflows.
• Data Transformation, Cleaning, and Integration
  • Process raw data into usable formats through parsing, validation, enrichment, and conversion.
  • Integrate data from multiple sources into cohesive, reliable datasets.
• ETL, Automation, and API Integration
  • Design, implement, monitor, and optimize ETL processes, automation flows, and advanced API integrations.
  • Troubleshoot ingestion, workflow, and integration issues to ensure consistent performance and scalability.
• Application Development and AI Integration
  • Develop and maintain custom applications and automation tools using Python and Git-based workflows.
  • Support advanced AI integration, including hardware/software deployment and inference optimization.
• Data Storage, Security, and Compliance
  • Ensure data is stored securely and remains accessible to downstream systems and users.
  • Document ingestion processes, transformations, and sources while maintaining compliance with governance and regulatory requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or combination of experience and education will be considered for exceptionally technically proficient candidates
• Proficiency in Python and experience with Git-based development workflows.
• Experience with ETL, automation, and integration tools such as Apache NiFi, Talend, Informatica, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with APIs, orchestration, and workflow automation.
• Knowledge of Kafka, Spark, Hadoop, and cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration, inference workflows, and supporting hardware/software environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance is required. This requires US Citizenship.

Cadre5 offers excellent pay and benefits, to include full medical, dental, and vision coverage coupled with 401K match, 15 days PTO, and 10 holidays.

Cadre5 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Cadre5 is an E-Verify Employer.