Senior Special Technologies Engineering and Integration Specialist

Data Intelligence is seeking a highly experienced Senior Special Technologies Engineering and Integration Specialist to support the U.S. Navy under the NSWCDD DNA ISEA STEI contract located in Virgina Beach, VA. This role focuses on advanced engineering, integration, and deployment of complex computing environments (COE), with an emphasis on secure dataflow, system interoperability, and mission-driven network architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, integrate, and maintain COE systems across enterprise and mission environments
• Configure and manage secure wired and wireless networks (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Engineer and manage COE dataflows, including data ingestion, transformation, and compliance with enterprise repositories
• Develop and implement data routing methodologies to support mission execution and post-mission delivery
• Administer and deploy Windows and Linux systems in both physical and virtualized environments
• Manage virtual infrastructure (VMware/vSphere)
• Utilize Apache NiFi for dataflow automation and integration
• Perform system and network security engineering, including implementation and enforcement of security controls
• Support configuration management processes (tracking requirements, risks, bugs, and system changes)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in:
  • COE system design, implementation, and deployment
  • Network engineering (wired/wireless) including routers, switches, firewalls
• DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification – minimum IAT Level II
  • (e.g., Security CE, CCNA Security, etc.)
• 3 years of experience with:
  • COE dataflow configuration and management
  • Data leveling, transformation, and ingestion protocols
  • Enterprise data repository compliance
• 3 years of experience in:
  • Windows Active Directory / Primary Domain Controller (PDC)
  • Windows and Linux system administration and deployment
  • Virtualization (VMware/vSphere)
  • Apache NiFi
  • Configuration management practices
  • System and network security engineering
• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance

Certifications (Required)

• Certified System Administrator in Windows and/or Linux

Why Join Data Intelligence?

• Direct support to critical Navy missions
• Opportunity to work on advanced, high-impact technologies
• Collaborative and mission-driven environment

• Maintain and service machinery control system computers, including:
  • Reformatting hard drives
  • Installing peripherals
  • Loading and configuring software
  • Diagnosing and resolving hardware/software issues
• Lead and mentor junior technicians during system installations, upgrades, and maintenance efforts
• Serve as a liaison/representative at shipyards, coordinating between engineering teams and stakeholders
• Support testing and validation efforts for Navy and Coast Guard systems

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, trade/industrial school graduate, or GED equivalent
• Minimum 15 years of professional or military experience as an Engineering Technician
• Minimum 10 years of experience:
  • Troubleshooting electrical systems using schematics and digital multimeters
  • Diagnosing and isolating electrical failures
  • Producing detailed technical documentation
• Minimum 10 years of experience with machinery control system computers, including hardware/software troubleshooting and system configuration
• Experience working with Navy or Coast Guard equipment and machinery onboard ships, cutters, or land-based facilities
• Experience conducting and witnessing installation and operational testing of machinery control systems
• Minimum 5 years of experience serving as a lead engineering technician supporting new system installations or upgrades
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting machinery control systems for Nimitz-class aircraft carrier (CVN-68)
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a waterfront representative at civilian or military shipyards
• Active Secret Security Clearance (required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct support to the United States Navy or United States Coast Guard programs
• Strong leadership and team coordination experience in shipyard or operational environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting large-scale system modernization or retrofit programs

Why you should join us:

Data Intelligence offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a team-oriented environment, and opportunities for advancement. Our excellent employee retention record reflects our employee focus. We work with Veteran’s organization to proactively hire those who have served our country. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance, 401,PTO and 11 paid holidays.

Data Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.