Data Automation Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Data Automation Engineer (Python): Developing automated data pipelines and analysis workflows to support cyber incident response for U.S. Government agencies with an accent on data integration, malware sample collection, and ETL processes. Focus on scaling technology capabilities from pilot to production and implementing intelligent automation for AI/ML data preparation.

Location: Onsite. Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance

Company

Small business specializing in IT, Cybersecurity, and Big Data Management for Federal, State, and Local agencies.

What you will do

• Develop automated data pipelines for technology integration initiatives.
• Create automation workflows for malware sample collection, detonation, and taxonomy.
• Implement data integration automation between pilot and production systems.
• Support Automated Malware Analysis (AMA) platform development and enhancement.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive technical tasks.
• Support AI/ML data preparation and feature engineering automation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.
• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering, data engineering, or software development.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with data manipulation libraries.
• Experience developing data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices.

Nice to have

• Experience with malware analysis automation or cybersecurity tools.
• Knowledge of AI/ML pipelines and workflow orchestration tools like Airflow or Prefect.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis).
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Spark or Hadoop.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level III or CSSLP certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with company match and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverages (95% employer paid).
• 100% employer-paid life, STD, and LTD disability coverages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent and health care.
• 11 standard holidays and 3 weeks of annual leave.