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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Engineer - **Company:** Guidehouse Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $141,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Databases, Data Dictionary, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Visualization, Database Queries, Decision Support Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Security Information and Event Management, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Unstructured Data, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Scripting, Data Storage Technologies, Microsoft Power Automate, SC Clearance, Data Analytics, Data Management, Api Design, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Qualys, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://guidehouse.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/US---DC-Washington/Database-Engineer_43968 ## About the Role * Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred * Bachelor's degree * EIGHT (8) or more years developing large, highly complex, enterprise database systems. * Experience using SQL for data querying and extract - transform - load (ETL) functions, with understanding of data engineering concepts. * Ability to support on-site and hybrid projects in the DC metro area What Would Be Nice To Have: * Active DOJ Suitability or Active Secret Clearance * Ability to handle and manipulate unstructured data. * Familiarity with cloud / serverless options for data storage. * Ability to uphold strong data management and data governance. * Ability to develop data dictionaries and other supporting documentation. * Ability to think strategically and drive innovation. * Strong communication/presentation skills and ability to explain technical topics to non-technical audiences. * Experience working with Python, SQL, and other modern scripting languages used in analytics. * Ability to transform cybersecurity/GRC datasets (e.g., vulnerability and asset posture, compliance/scoring data) into reliable features and decision-ready insights. * Familiarity with Federal cybersecurity and compliance frameworks: NIST SP 800-53, NIST RMF, OSCAL, FedRAMP. * Experience ingesting and analyzing signals from Tenable, Qualys, CrowdStrike, BigFix; CDM/SIEM integrations. * Experience with large-scale ETL/ELT pipelines and API-first integrations; experience with micro-ETL/event-driven patterns. * Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, Java, or C++. * Experience working with PowerShell. * Ability to work with XML. * Familiarity with Agile methodology. * Proficiency in developing data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau. * Experience with PKI and identity management. * Ability to support business development including RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses and white papers. * Experience with approved enterprise AI tools (e.g., Amazon Q, Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini) within responsible AI governance. ## Description Our consultants on the Defense & Security AI & Data team help clients maximize the value of their data and automate business processes. This high performing team works with clients to implement the full spectrum of data analytics and data science, from data querying and wrangling to data engineering, to data visualization, dashboarding, and business intelligence (BI), to predictive analytics, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI). 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