Leidos
Description
Leidos has an immediate need for a highly skilled and versatile Data Engineer to drive the massive data discovery and classification effort for the Zero Trust initiative at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Before data can be protected, it must be found and understood. You will be responsible for illuminating "dark data" across the Command’s complex information environment, ranging from hyperscale cloud data lakes on NIPR to legacy file shares and isolated storage arrays on the SIPR and Top-Secret networks.
Role Overview As a Data Engineer you will architect and manage the deployment of advanced discovery platforms, specifically BigID and NetApp BlueXP. You will configure these tools to crawl petabytes of structured (SQL/Oracle), semi-structured (logs/NoSQL), and unstructured (SharePoint/File Shares) data. Your primary mission is to build the "Global Data Inventory"—a dynamic, real‑time map of where sensitive CUI and classified intelligence resides—enabling the security teams to apply precision protection.
You will use your knowledge of data pipelines and storage infrastructure to ensure that scanning operations provide 100% visibility without degrading network performance.
Responsibilities
Deploy and manage BigID and NetApp BlueXP scanners across hybrid environments, including configuring dockerized collectors for air‑gapped discovery on the Top‑Secret network.
Connect discovery tools to enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) to scan schemas and columns for PII, DoD ID numbers, and other sensitive indicators without impacting database performance.
Configure scans for massive file repositories (NetApp NAS, QNAP, SharePoint On‑Premises), optimizing scan windows and throttling to prevent latency for mission users.
Utilize Microsoft Purview Data Map and custom connectors to inventory data residing in AWS S3 buckets, Azure Blobs, and Data Lakes.
Collaborate with mission owners to train Machine Learning classifiers to recognize unique USSOCOM data types (e.g., mission names, operational codes) and reduce false positive rates in the data inventory.
Qualifications
Security Clearance: Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
Education: BS degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 3‑10 years of prior relevant experience.
Certification: CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher) to meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Purview Data Map (formerly Azure Purview).
Knowledge of Regex for custom data pattern definition.
Background in Data Engineering or ETL pipeline development.
Familiarity with USSOCOM network architecture and storage standards.
Preferred Certifications
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
Azure Data Engineer Associate or BigID Certified Professional.
Original Posting December 29, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $69,550.00 – $125,725.00 Pay range is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits Benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that requests payment-related information, contact LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com immediately.
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology – Government Administration and IT Services and IT Consulting
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Role Overview As a Data Engineer you will architect and manage the deployment of advanced discovery platforms, specifically BigID and NetApp BlueXP. You will configure these tools to crawl petabytes of structured (SQL/Oracle), semi-structured (logs/NoSQL), and unstructured (SharePoint/File Shares) data. Your primary mission is to build the "Global Data Inventory"—a dynamic, real‑time map of where sensitive CUI and classified intelligence resides—enabling the security teams to apply precision protection.
You will use your knowledge of data pipelines and storage infrastructure to ensure that scanning operations provide 100% visibility without degrading network performance.
Responsibilities
Deploy and manage BigID and NetApp BlueXP scanners across hybrid environments, including configuring dockerized collectors for air‑gapped discovery on the Top‑Secret network.
Connect discovery tools to enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) to scan schemas and columns for PII, DoD ID numbers, and other sensitive indicators without impacting database performance.
Configure scans for massive file repositories (NetApp NAS, QNAP, SharePoint On‑Premises), optimizing scan windows and throttling to prevent latency for mission users.
Utilize Microsoft Purview Data Map and custom connectors to inventory data residing in AWS S3 buckets, Azure Blobs, and Data Lakes.
Collaborate with mission owners to train Machine Learning classifiers to recognize unique USSOCOM data types (e.g., mission names, operational codes) and reduce false positive rates in the data inventory.
Qualifications
Security Clearance: Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
Education: BS degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 3‑10 years of prior relevant experience.
Certification: CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher) to meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Purview Data Map (formerly Azure Purview).
Knowledge of Regex for custom data pattern definition.
Background in Data Engineering or ETL pipeline development.
Familiarity with USSOCOM network architecture and storage standards.
Preferred Certifications
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
Azure Data Engineer Associate or BigID Certified Professional.
Original Posting December 29, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $69,550.00 – $125,725.00 Pay range is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits Benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that requests payment-related information, contact LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com immediately.
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology – Government Administration and IT Services and IT Consulting
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