We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared Software Engineer to join our team specializing in the design development and deployment of solutions using the Elastic Stack within Department of Defense (DoD) environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Elasticsearch Logstash Kibana Beats and related technologies coupled with a strong background in containerized applications and real-time data streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka. This role demands a proactive engineer capable of delivering secure scalable and high-performance solutions in complex DoD operational contexts.
Due to the Rules and Regulations and Requirements from the US Govt and our Client This Position requires an Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
Due to the nature of the work - this position is 100% On-Site No Exceptions
Responsibilities
Design develop and deploy Elastic Stack solutions (Elasticsearch Logstash Kibana Beats) in support of DoD applications and operations.
Implement maintain and optimize real-time data ingestion pipelines using Kafka and other streaming technologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate containerized solutions in secure mission-critical environments.
Monitor troubleshoot and enhance system performance ensuring adherence to DoD security protocols and best practices.
Participate in technical planning architecture design and system documentation to support long-term operational goals.
Provide expert guidance on the deployment and scaling of Elastic Stack solutions across multiple environments.
Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance (required).
Extensive experience deploying and managing Elastic Stack technologies in DoD or federal environments.
Strong proficiency with Apache Kafka containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
Solid programming skills in languages such as Python Java or JavaScript.
Familiarity with DoD security standards and compliance requirements.
Excellent problem-solving communication and teamwork skills.
Experience with advanced Elastic Stack features (machine learning alerting and monitoring).
Prior exposure to cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud Azure Government) in secure DoD deployments.
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles threat detection and secure software development practices.
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