Senior Systems Engineer - ETL

Peraton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled professional in McLean, VA to join our data and cloud initiatives. The role emphasizes data modeling, ETL processes, and AWS security to deliver scalable, compliant solutions.

You will translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders, support A&A/ATO compliance, and help shape AI/ML data pipelines while advancing enterprise IT delivery.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; 10 years with MS/MA; 7 years with Ph.D.; four years may be substituted for a degree.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking are essential.
• Experience with AWS Services (architecture, security, scalability).
• Understanding of ETL pipelines for AI/ML and their data flow to drive business value.

Responsibilities

• Understands and utilizes data modeling and ETL processes.
• Utilizes Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud computing principles.
• Communicates technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, in person and in writing.
• Manages A&A/ATO compliance tasks, scans/updates, and systems engineering documentation.

Skills

Data modeling

ETL processes

Agile

Cloud computing

Communication

Compliance

Security tasks

AWS services

AI/ML ETL

Data visualization

Architecture docs

Neo4j

Cypher

AI/LLM

Java

Python

JavaScript

Docker

Kubernetes

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Neo4j

Cypher

AWS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Understands and utilizes data modeling and ETL processes
• Utilizes Agile development methodologies
• Familiarity with cloud computing principles
• Clearly communicates technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, both in person and in writing
• Manages A&A/ATO compliance and forms, scans/updates, routine information systems security tasks, and systems engineering documentation

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance is required
• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.; an additional four years of work history may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking
• Experience with AWS Services (architecture, security, scalability)
• Understanding of ETL pipelines associated with AI/ML algorithms and their relation to data flow and driving business value.

Desired Experience

• Implementation and operation of virtualization software (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Experience implementing cloud infrastructure in high security environments
• Experience crafting data visualizations/system diagrams/architecture documentation
• Knowledge of neo4j graph database technologies, cypher query language
• Systems engineering support for AI/ML, LLM development projects
• Programming experience in Java, Python, and JavaScript

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.