Elastic SME

Job ID: 112162
Location: Oakton, Virginia  [Remote]
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 03/03/2026
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We are seeking a highly skilled Elastic Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the design, deployment, and management of enterprise-level Elasticsearch solutions. This critical role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex, large-scale systems that enable mission-critical data insights for federal clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance Elasticsearch open-source environments tailored for enterprise needs.
  • Design, deploy, and maintain distributed, multi-tenant Elasticsearch clusters ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and resilience.
  • Develop and refine Java-based scripts to facilitate data ingestion, transformation, and visualization processes, supporting comprehensive data workflows.
  • Utilize advanced JSON techniques to configure index mappings, templates, and custom queries within the Elastic Stack, ensuring efficient data retrieval and management.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Elasticsearch best practices, including indexing strategies, query optimization, and security configurations to ensure robust and compliant solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including developers, data engineers, and federal stakeholders—to align Elasticsearch solutions with mission objectives.
  • Provide ongoing training and documentation to ensure team knowledge sharing and system sustainability.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Mandatory: Elasticsearch certification (Engineer, Analyst, or Architect preferred)
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Elasticsearch and the Elastic Stack (Kibana, Logstash, Beats)
  • Proficiency in Java scripting and advanced JSON data modeling techniques
  • Proven expertise in designing and managing distributed, multi-tenant Elasticsearch architectures
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly document complex technical solutions
  • Experience supporting government or federal clients is highly desirable.
Publishing Pay Range: $70.00 – $75.00 USD Hourly

 

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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