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Note: This role would require relocating if not local to Huntsville, Alabama Data Engineer (SME) – TS Cleared
Location: Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal – Onsite M–F, Core Hours)
Clearance: Active Top Secret Required
Employment Type: W2 Consultant (Kforce)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more Contact Recruiter Directly:
Brenton Anderson
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myitrecruiterbrenton/ Overview
We are seeking a SME-Level Data Engineer to support a mission-critical federal program focused on advanced data platforms, operational intelligence, and national security initiatives.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role centered on architecting and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions in secure environments. Your work will directly support decision advantage and operational readiness.
You will lead the development of distributed data platforms and modern data architectures, leveraging cloud-native technologies while operating in a highly collaborative, mission-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and implementation of enterprise data platforms using AWS services
Design and develop distributed data solutions using Spark, Kafka, and NiFi
Build and optimize data lakes and lakehouse architectures
Drive performance tuning and optimization of data processing workflows
Support integration of DevSecOps practices into data platform development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, analytics, and infrastructure
Ensure data integrity, scalability, and reliability across large datasets
Support secure data handling and compliance requirements within a cleared environment Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance
Strong experience architecting and implementing enterprise data platforms
Experience with distributed data technologies including Spark, Kafka, and NiFi
Experience designing and supporting data lakes or lakehouse architectures
Experience working with AWS-based data solutions
Experience integrating or supporting DevSecOps practices
Experience working with large, complex datasets in secure or regulated environments
Ability to operate at a senior/SME level, owning solutions end-to-end Work Environment Fully onsite at Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL)
Monday–Friday within standard core business hours
Secure facility requiring strict adherence to security protocols
Fast-paced, mission-focused environment supporting real-world operational needs
Direct collaboration with highly skilled technical teams Why Join Kforce?
As a W2 consultant with Kforce, you’ll have access to a strong benefits package and ongoing support: Aetna Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with options to invest
Competitive weekly pay
Paid time off (where applicable)
Dedicated recruiter and care team support
Opportunities to work on high-visibility, mission-driven programs Impact
This role provides the opportunity to design and deliver enterprise-scale data platforms that directly support national security initiatives and enable mission-critical decision-making in a secure environment. Apply Today
Join a team where your expertise in distributed data engineering, cloud platforms, and modern data architecture directly contributes to mission success. The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.