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Data Engineer

US Central Intelligence Agency -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$74,584 - $156,755 a year

Qualifications

Data model design
Data modeling
Database software proficiency

Full Job Description

Summary

DDI Data Engineers solve critical data challenges by building optimal data pipelines, analyzing and transforming data, and delivering data to systems to advance CIA's intelligence mission.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Duties

As a DDI Data Engineer at CIA, you will transform and deliver high-priority datasets to enable exploitation and analysis for CIA's intelligence mission.

Using computer programming and other capabilities, DDI Data Engineers develop processes to transform raw structured or unstructured data into useful, actionable information for critical mission systems. They design and build scalable data pipelines using commercial cloud, open source, and custom software solutions to process large datasets. DDI Data Engineers create automated data validation methods to load data into systems accurately and consistently. Through partnerships with collectors, data scientists, and software engineers, DDI Data Engineers design how data will be integrated and stored for optimal effectiveness.

DDI Data Engineers are curious and use their skills to identify problems and build solutions, applying updated expertise in areas such as ETL, workflow and container orchestration, database and search technologies, distributed computing, serverless design, and cloud solutions. DDI encourages and supports continual learning. Opportunities exist for continued professional development, to include advanced technical training. Travel opportunities may be available.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/requirements/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Proficiency with computer programming languages like Python, Java, Scala, or equivalent Object-Oriented Programming Language and knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of data ingestion, transformation, modeling, and storage:
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in groups within a team environment.
- Curiosity, creativity, and initiative
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience related to data engineering, data science, data architecture, database and search technologies
Experience analyzing or processing bulk datasets
Experience with signal/image processing, geospatial modeling or voice/data communications
Prior application of serverless design patterns, such as serverless applications or websites
Understanding of scaling and performance of distributed/cloud systems
Understanding of data science concepts, AI/ML, automation, and scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies:
- Computer Science
- Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field
- Data Science or related quantitative field
- Information Science/Technology
- Forensics (Digital Forensics, Forensic Science, and Technology)
- Mathematics/Statistics
At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

Required Documents

For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency

Website

https://cia.gov/careers

Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

Overview

Accepting applications

Posted 10/01/25 · Apply by 09/30/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2026

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

Washington, DC

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

Remote job

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Salary

$74,584 - $156,755 per year

Pay scale & grade

GS 9 - 13

Promotion potential

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status

Federal service type

This job is in the Excepted Service

Represented by a union

Drug test

Yes

Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information

Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

National security

Financial disclosure required

Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

24-12198900-6898/DIHD

Control number

759326100

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