Journeyman Systems Engineer (LCAP Governance Assistant)

GovCIO; Kearneysville (WV); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Systems Engineer (Journeyman) / LCAP Governance Assistant to support USCG SaaS platforms from our hybrid location in Kearneysville, WV. You will track, manage, and secure LCAP/SaaS deployments while aligning with enterprise governance standards.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, 8+ years in IT, and Jira experience, with the ability to work autonomously and collaborate across technical teams and leadership.

Qualifications

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security).
• 8+ years in IT related job roles.
• 1+ years working with Jira.

Responsibilities

• Define the enterprise SaaS governance framework, including policies, standards, and lifecycle management processes.
• Maintain a centralized SaaS Catalog with owners, data classification, and risk profiles.
• Lead formal evaluation for new SaaS requests ensuring security, compliance, legal, and operational reviews.

Skills

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a Systems Engineer (Journeyman)/ LCAP (SaaS) Governance Assistant to support Low Code Application Platforms (SaaS) for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Software Yard - Capability Development Division. The SaaS Governance Assistant will help the LCAP Application Branch Chiefs with all activities to track, manage and status the deployed LCAP (SaaS) Solutions in the Capability Development Division. The LCAP Application branch bridges the gap between development and platform deployment teams, Security, Procurement, and product lines to eliminate "shadow IT" and establish secure, cost-effective LCAP/SaaS operational standards. This position will be located in Kearneysville, WV, and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

As a Journeyman Systems Engineer/ LCAP (SaaS) Governance Assistant, you will serve as a core technical resource for tracking, managing, and securing low-code application platforms while maintaining operational standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Define the Framework: Assist in defining the enterprise SaaS governance framework, including policies, standards, and lifecycle management processes (intake, approval, implementation, renewal, and retirement).
• Maintain the Catalog: Establish and maintain a centralized inventory (SaaS Catalog) of all approved applications, outlining technical owners, business intent, data classification, and risk profiles.
• Intake & Evaluation: Lead the formal evaluation process for new SaaS requests, ensuring they go through proper security, compliance, legal, and operational support reviews before purchase.
• Work with internal and external ISSOs and ISSEs to track, monitor and evaluate Cyber related requests and ATO artifacts.
• Assist with defining the process for access control and audits: Define and enforce role-based access control (RBAC), least-privilege principles, and robust user provisioning/deprovisioning automation.
• Assist with tracking costs at system level.
• Assist with monitoring and reporting user statistics and capacity.

Qualifications

High School with 6 - 9 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills & Experience

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security).
• At least 8 years in IT related job roles.
• At least 1 years working with Jira.
• MUST BE able to work autonomously and take initiative.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional ability to work with disparate groups - ranging from technical teams to senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

Clearance Required

Public Trust

Preferred Skills & Experience

• LCAP/SaaS experience within the Federal Government.
• Familiarity with USCG Software Yard pipelines, Capability Development Division benchmarks, or shared data systems.

Posted Salary Range: USD $94,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.