Data Engineer SME (Elasticsearch)

Job Requirements Huntsville, AL Top Secret Polygraph not specified Career Level not specified $140,000 - $180,000 Job Description SME Data Engineer (OpenSearch / Elasticsearch) Specializes in search and analytics platforms, designing and optimizing OpenSearch/Elasticsearch clusters. Builds log ingestion pipelines using Logstash, Beats, and Kafka, and enhances data indexing and search performance within AWS environments. Clearance: Top Secret Onsite: Yes Benefits: Yes This role supports critical, mission-driven efforts within a secure federal environment located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Work is centered on delivering high-impact solutions that directly support national security priorities and operational readiness. Team members contribute to the design, development, and sustainment of advanced systems that process and analyze sensitive data to enable informed decision-making. The environment emphasizes collaboration across engineering, analytics, and infrastructure teams to solve complex, real-world challenges. Work is performed onsite within a secure facility, requiring strict adherence to security protocols and compliance standards. The setting fosters a fast-paced, purpose-driven culture where individuals play a direct role in supporting mission objectives with tangible, real-world impact Apply Today! group id: kforcecx N Name Hidden Talent Associate Apply now