Cloud Data Engineer

Own your opportunity to turn data into measurable outcomes for our customers' most complex challenges. As a Cloud Data Engineer at GDIT, you'll power innovation to drive mission impact and grow your expertise to power your career forward., GDIT is seeking a skilled Cloud Data Engineer with expertise in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud to provide engineering support for our Enterprise Mission Information Technology Services (EMITS) program. This role supports critical missions for U.S. Army Europe and AFRICOM, focusing on cloud environments and data engineering solutions.

As a Cloud Data Engineer, you will play a key role in implementing and optimizing cloud environments for our customers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Architecting, analyzing, and supporting modern cloud environments using AWS and Azure technologies.
• Utilizing cloud-native tools to analyze environments and provide actionable recommendations for cost savings and optimization strategies.
• Configuring and managing AWS tools to scan, catalog, and secure large-scale data inventories, delivering critical insights to customers.
• Performing analysis and supporting the migration of modern databases, data processing services, data architecture, and data storage solutions.
• Developing BI reports, dashboards, and predictive analytics using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, AWS QuickSight, MicroStrategy, and others.
• Generating and delivering data inventory reports to customers as part of project deliverables.

Bring your expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Data Engineer Senior must have:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience: 3-4 years of hands-on experience in a cloud engineering role.

• Technical skills: Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, specifically Terraform for provisioning and managing cloud infrastructure; Hands-on expertise with Ansible for configuration management and automation of IT environments; Extensive knowledge of modern cloud design and engineering principles, with deep expertise in AWS and Azure ecosystems; Proficiency in deploying and managing Kubernetes and/or ECS; Experience with Amazon S3, Athena, Glue ETL, Redshift, and QuickSight, as well as data warehousing and enterprise data architecture; DevSecOps experience, including building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines; Proficiency in Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell scripting; Strong Linux administration skills and advanced SQL scripting capabilities; Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS); Superior knowledge of Agile methodologies and iterative development principles in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

• Security clearance level: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret security clearance.

• US citizenship required

• Role requirements: 4+ years of experience as a Cloud Analyst/Engineer; Expertise in data warehousing, data architecture, and SQL relational databases; Proficiency with AWS and Azure cloud services, including Amazon S3, AWS CLI, Athena, Glue ETL, Redshift, and QuickSight; Experience with Apache PySpark, Python, Scala, Terraform, and containerization technologies.

• Certifications: Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+); At least one current cloud certification (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)., 4 + years of related experience

• may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA Travel Required

Less than 10% Citizenship

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in data science and engineering at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your determination for solving complex data challenges.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience, The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $143,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.