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ElasticSearch Systems Engineer (Mid - SME Level) - Top Secret with FS Poly

VMD Corp

Bethesda, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Automation, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Partitioning, Data Quality, Elasticsearch, Enterprise Applications, Full Scope Polygraph, Identify Issues, Microsoft Windows Azure, Operational Improvement, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Query Optimization, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Administration, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Requirements, Top Secret Clearance, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bethesda, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago

Description

ElasticSearch Systems Engineer – TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an ElasticSearch Systems Engineer SME to provide expert-level support within an Agile, DevSecOps environment for a large-scale enterprise ElasticSearch deployment. This role is responsible for designing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Elastic environments across both cloud (AWS) and on-premise infrastructures. The SME will work closely with cross-functional engineering, architecture, and operations teams to ensure performance, scalability, and security of mission-critical systems.

Security Clearance: Top Secret / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Location: Bethesda, MD 
 
Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and administer ElasticSearch clusters across multiple availability zones in a cloud-based environment.
  • Ensure optimal performance, stability, and uptime of ElasticSearch clusters supporting enterprise applications.
  • Evaluate and enhance existing cluster configurations, including indexing, search, and query performance, security, and administration parameters.
  • Maintain infrastructure to preserve data integrity, redundancy, and performance across deployments.
  • Manage and perform cluster upgrades, ensuring compatibility with dependent applications and systems.
  • Design, deploy, and customize clusters to meet various development, testing, and business requirements.
  • Optimize indexes for specific business needs, such as logging, enterprise search, and analytics.
  • Troubleshoot issues ranging from unassigned shards and node/cluster failures to automation and scaling problems.
  • Collaborate closely with architecture, engineering, development, and operations teams to ensure seamless production scalability and stability.
  • Implement and enforce ElasticSearch security best practices to safeguard system data and access.
  • Configure and maintain monitoring and alerting for Elastic environments to ensure proactive issue detection.
  • Follow Elastic best practices and participate in continuous improvement of operational processes.
Minimum Requirements:
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in ElasticSearch administration, maintenance, and integration within operational enterprise environments.
  • Direct experience deploying and supporting ElasticSearch in commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
  • Proven ability to work effectively in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
  • Strong understanding of cluster optimization, query tuning, and index management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Master’s degree with 15+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting customer enterprise systems with ElasticSearch integration.
  • Familiarity with customer system development policies and security standards.
 
About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA.  Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our dynamic workforce of versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that drive both individual and company success. Our commitment to employees has been recognized by the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list and Great Place to Work® certification, with a 4.6-star rating and 99% CEO approval on Glassdoor. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!
 
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
 
Pay Transparency Notice:
Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their compensation.
 

About the Company

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VMD Corp

We are a team of visionary leaders who shift the paradigm to bring our customers game changing innovations and emerging technologies to strengthen their missions. As a Vision, Mission, and Driven company, VMD has been delivering information technology solutions to the Federal government in Agile Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Critical Infrastructure Protection since 2002.

Why Join VMD Corp?

At VMD you have the opportunity to thrive in your career and become a Game Changer. The quality and talent of our people is what drives the success of VMD. We embrace an employee-first culture and make it a priority to provide professional development opportunities that foster career growth.

We help protect American Citizens and the nation’s most critical infrastructure by working alongside our customers and delivering game changing solutions to strengthen their missions. We believe our passion and commitment to achieve our customers' goals and solve their most critical challenges defines who we are. We don’t just dream big, we act on it – through teamwork, dedication, and resilience.

Learn more about our Game Changing Culture here: VMD Culture

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Military Leave
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.vmdcorp.com

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