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Elasticsearch Developer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: Continental US

The CDM Data Services Program mission is to provide a standardized platform to collect, transform, and integrate cybersecurity data from relevant authoritative data sources into a coherent data, delivering actionable information into Agency and Federal Dashboards to identify risk areas in support of mitigation as well as to facilitate coordinated agency and national response to cyber-threats.

This is a remote position where the candidate can work from any location within the United States provided, they are able to work on an eastern time zone schedule.

What You’ll Get to Do:

The Elasticsearch Developer responsibilities include conducting full development lifecycle of data that includes requirements from DHS, other OMB initiatives, and provide support for the whole program. This position also requires building a new data automation practice on the program to address our client’s most pressing needs with Cyber Security Threats and Data. The successful candidate will bring a consultative approach to data to improve the value of the data that’s being collected by our customers. This position is also a thought leader in the practice of Big Data in solving our clients’ cyber security problems, coupled with demonstrated experience designing and developing enterprise data solutions for large clients by providing a new approach to the team, presenting white papers and other solutions.

More About the Role:

• Develop and implement scripts in python3 / BASH to interact with the Elasticsearch API to configured indices, visualizations, manipulate existing data, and perform complex search queries

• Develop advanced KQL queries to power visualizations, reports, and other use cases as needed

• Develop dynamic Kibana visualizations to display complex analytics of data stored in elastic indices

• Set up and utilize cross cluster search

• Establish streaming data pipelines using Elastic Beats / Agent on endpoints, fleet server, and elastic integrations

• Develop data reporting methodologies within Elastic Cloud Enterprise to advance CDM functionality and usability within Agency environments

• Develop YAML configuration files for standard elasticsearch and containerized elastic platforms

• Develop code to interact with non-Elastic APIs (i.e. cyber security tools such as Tennable.sc) for purposes of data mining

• Design and implement ELK (ElasticSearch, Logstash and Kibana) stack solutions

• Support Big Data platform build in the cloud

• Investigate alternatives for data storing and processing to ensure implementation of the most streamlined solutions

• Work with Data and Architect team to understand Data that is generated by multiple tools such as Asset Management, Identity Management, Vulnerability management.

• Develop rules and algorithms for Data processing, transformation, and correlations.

• Work with data stores that support the scalable processing and storage of our high frequency data

• Customize integration tools, warehouses, databases, and analytical systems

• Automate manual processes using Python, BASH, PowerShell, or other scripting language

• Review, Identify, Analyze data from multiple source Cyber Security tools at multiple agencies.

• Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and support data trends based on the customer needs.

• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality

• Acquire data from primary and other data sources and maintain databases/data systems

• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets

• Analyze source data and types, identify data requirements for destination systems.

• Analyze, interpret, and develop data models on data based on Data Dictionary & Logical Data Models guidance.

• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities

• Ensure that mapping of data elements provided by COTS products to the Logical Data Model

You’ll Bring These Qualifications (must haves):

• Must be a US citizen and pass a background investigation.

• Able to obtain and maintain a DHS Suitability/Entry on Duty (EOD)

• Bachelor's degree complete (or in progress) preferably in applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, electrical engineering, physics, or closely related field

• A minimum of (6) six years of related experience

• Experience with scripting languages like Python, Bash, Powershell, R

• Knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects, etc.), databases (SQL, MySql etc.), programming (XML, Javascript, or ETL frameworks)

• Understanding of containerized PaaS platforms such as Azure Kubernetes Service or Elastic Kubernetes Service as well as IaaS hosted platforms such as docker

• Familiarity with the opensource alternatives to licensed Elasticsearch (OpenSearch)

• Proven ability to use multiple REST API authentication types, knowledge of REST methods, and ability to mine APIs to meet data requirements.

• Experience with database query languages like SQL, T-SQL, KQL

• Operating system experience with Linux

• Proficient at queries, report writing and presenting findings.

• Experience collaborating with US Government Agencies, state or local governments, or commercial entities to develop IT service program maturity in accordance with Federal IT mandates and best practices.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Any related certifications

• Demonstrated ability to investigate data and present findings to internal teammates and client audiences.

• Desired familiarity with the Elastic Cloud Computer (ECE) and Elastic Cloud on Kubernetes (ECK) platforms

• Experience in conducting assessments of an Enterprise by reviewing technical documentation, conducting interviews and workshops to identify gaps and develop a tailored solution is highly desired.

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$62,800-$128,600