Data Engineer

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC•Springfield, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Obsidian Solutions Group is seeking a Monitoring Platform Engineer to manage and optimize enterprise monitoring platforms, with a primary focus on SL1 and Dynatrace. This role is responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining monitoring policies, alerting frameworks, and performance baselines to ensure system reliability and visibility across servers, storage, cloud environments, and network devices. The engineer will develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Shell to streamline workflows, enhance integrations, and support operational efficiency. They will build custom dashboards and reports, troubleshoot performance issues, and leverage APIs, SQL databases, and Linux systems to support end-to-end monitoring capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, OR Associate's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, OR High school diploma/GED with 12+ years of relevant experience
Operational experience with ServiceNow and Enterprise Monitoring Tools
Experience in the Intelligence Community
DoD 8140 (formerly 8570.01-M), IAT Level I required
Security+ CE certification (within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Shell, JavaScript, or Lua
Experience with REST APIs for system integration
Familiarity with SQL or similar database technologies
Experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL) and performance troubleshooting
Knowledge of TCP/IP, network configuration, and tools like SolarWinds or Palo Alto Panoram
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to visualize problems and think abstractly
Ability to manage multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to work independently and effectively within a team setting

Responsibilities

Customize monitoring policies, event alerts, and performance baselines across enterprise systems
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SL1 appliance/software and Dynatrace monitoring platforms
Onboard and discover servers, storage, cloud resources, and network devices for comprehensive monitoring coverage
Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, and Shell for workflow optimization and integration
Design and build custom reports and dashboards for data visualization and actionable insights
Diagnose and resolve performance issues within monitoring platforms and related integrations
Integrate monitoring systems using REST APIs and other integration methods
Work with SQL databases and Linux systems (e.g., RHEL) to support monitoring capabilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, developers, and engineers
Support special projects as identified by Government Customer
Provide technical assistance and support with a professional demeanor and customer service focus