Sr Systems Engineer (Onboarding Engineer) with Security Clearance

Position Title : Sr. Systems Engineer (Onboarding Engineer) Clearance Requirements : TS / SCI with CI Polygraph. Investigation or CV date within 5 years. Duties and Responsibilities : System Integration :

• Design, develop, and implement integration solutions to onboard new systems into the existing infrastructure
• Configure and customize new systems to align with existing business processes and technical standards
• Ensure seamless data flow and communication between different systems
• Strong understanding of integration patterns, APIs (REST, SOAP), messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ), and ETL processes
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) and ideally experience with programming languages used in the target systems (e.g., Java, .NET)
• Solid understanding of Linux and Windows server environments
• Experience with relational and graph databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Neo4J, AnzoGraph) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Knowledge of SQL is essential
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-based integration services
• In-depth understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP / IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Knowledge of zero trust, security best practices, and common security protocols (e.g., OAuth, SAML)
• Experience with DevOps tools for automation, configuration management, and continuous integration / continuous delivery (CI / CD) (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with monitoring tools to track system performance and identify issues (e.g., SPLUNK, Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios) System Onboarding Process Management :
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document system requirements
• Analyze requirements to identify integration points and potential challenges
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of integration processes and system configurations
• Provide training and support to users on new systems and integrated workflows
• Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new systems, from initial planning to go-live
• Develop and maintain onboarding documentation, including procedures, checklists, and training materials
• Coordinate with various teams (e.g., development, operations, security) to ensure smooth onboarding Testing and Validation :
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure the quality and reliability of integrated systems
• Identify and resolve integration issues through debugging and troubleshooting
• Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) with stakeholders Automation and Optimization :
• Identify opportunities to automate onboarding processes and improve efficiency
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks
• Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization Security and Compliance :
• Ensure systems are integrated in compliance with security policies and IC regulations
• Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data Troubleshooting and Support :
• Provide technical support to users experiencing issues with integrated systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration problems
• Escalate issues to appropriate teams as needed Qualifications Qualifications :
• Active TS / SCI with CI poly is REQUIRED
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related.
• 15 years of experience in system integration, software development, or a related field.
• IAT Level II (CISSP, Security CE, CCNA Security, CCSP, etc.)
• Proven experience leading large complex programs as a Security Engineer, Systems Engineer, or similar role
• Experience with architecting Zero Trust solutions in alignment with industry standards, including NIST 800-207, CISA Maturity Model, or DoD and IC Zero Trust Strategy
• Experience with Identity, Credentialling & Access Management (ICAM)
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and operating systems
• Experience with cloud security architecture and implementations (i.e., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn new technologies quickly