Data Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

Position Description
Elevate your potential with CGI, a global technology service provider and premier business consultancy recognized by Forbes Magazine as a top 100 employer. Our mission is rooted in evolution, excelling in intricate challenges. Collaborating directly with our clients, we employ innovative technologies to revolutionize, empower, safeguard, and deliver critical mission systems. We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to come and join our Secure Innovation & Advisory area which sits within the Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit here at CGI.

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (DV) level

Your future duties and responsibilities
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Data Engineer to join our team in Basingstoke. This role will be pivotal in driving the collection, formatting and integrity of our data, with a focus on advancing data collection, processing, and storage using cutting-edge distributed systems. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in Cyber Security or Big Data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Modernise Data Infrastructure: Develop and enhance data collection, processing, and storage systems using advanced distributed technologies, including Kafka, Kubernetes, Zookeeper, and HDFS.

• Automate Release Processes: Improve reproducibility, testability, and quality of our releases by automating release processes. Knowledge of Ansible and Azure DevOps is highly beneficial.

• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with various teams to understand and meet their security and data requirements, ensuring that our development aligns with their operational needs.

• Ensure Data Integrity: Maintain high data integrity and correct formatting as you parse, ship, and audit data, handling thousands of data points per second.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Technical Background:

oKnowledge of distributed data systems, with experience in tools such as Kafka, Kubernetes, Zookeeper, and HDFS.

oProficiency in Linux, specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).

oFamiliarity with SIEM platforms (especially ArcSight) or legacy Java-based applications is a plus.

• DevOps Mindset: An understanding of DevOps principles, with hands-on experience automating releases using Ansible.

Programming and Data Skills:

oProficient in SQL, Python, or other similar languages with experience working in Agile environments.

oUnderstanding of data integrity and audit practices, with the ability to collect, parse, and format large volumes of data for security operations.

• Security Knowledge: A background in Cyber Security, ideally to the level of CompTIA Security+, is an asset.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Big Data environments and an understanding of security operations.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to support cross-functional project delivery and meet organisational security requirements.

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