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