Data Engineer - Senior

Cherokee Federal•Reston, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a Data Engineer to support Defense analytical requirements with enhanced scientific research, and contribute to the DIE’s integrated all-source analysis of foreign defense capabilities for warfighters, Defense planners and policymakers.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge and understanding of the labor category activities required to meet mission requirements.
Demonstrates ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced.
Demonstrates ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution.
Demonstrates ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence.
Demonstrates ability to guide teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Must be a US Citizen.
This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a Counterintelligence polygraph. Candidates holding an active Top Secret/SCI clearance without the polygraph may be selected; the ability to obtain the required Counterintelligence polygraph is a condition of the position and will be completed as part of the hiring process.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 12 years of related experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years preferred
Master’s Degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Designs, implements, and operates data management systems for intelligence needs.
Designs how data will be stored, accessed, used, integrated, and managed by different data regimes and digital systems.
Works with data users to determine, create, and populate optimal data architectures, structures, and systems.
Plans, designs, and optimizes data throughput and query performance.
Participates in the selection of backend database technologies (e.g.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Professional development, training, and certification support
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection