Lead Systems Engineer/Integrator (Top Secret)

ICF International; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF International seeks a senior, TS-cleared systems engineer to oversee development across gov subdomains, tools, and components. You will manage lifecycle activities, ensure security and QA, and guide mobile app development from design to release.

The role involves mentoring engineers and coordinating with stakeholders in an agile, government-focused environment. Responsibilities include lead on web, mobile, and CMS aspects, with experience in Python, JavaScript, and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• An active Top Secret security clearance is required.
• 8+ years delivering enterprise web apps and large public websites.
• 5+ years cloud and web development in public/private cloud envs.
• 5+ years of mobile app development across iOS/Android/Watch.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of gov subdomains, systems, tools and components.
• Oversee web development lifecycle, change, risk and QA guidance.
• Lead systems admin, security support and configuration management.
• Develop and release mobile apps, including Watch apps.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Operate in an Agile process and manage expectations throughout projects.
• Support content management system and gov environment tooling.

Skills

Systems engineering

Security clearance

Leadership

Agile methodology

Python

JavaScript

UI/UX knowledge

Cloud platforms

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Relevant certifications

Tools

NGINX

Varnish

Apache

Drupal

WordPress

Job description

About this Role

In this role, you'll lead TS-cleared systems engineering directing technical development across subdomains, tools and components, manages change, risk and issues across the lifecycle, and guides QA.

What You'll Do:

• Manage technical development and support of gov subdomains, systems, tools and components
• Oversee web development across the lifecycle, including change, risk and issue management; guide QA
• Lead systems administration, security support and configuration management.
• Lead mobile app development and release, including app store updates.
• Support the technical lead on other contract projects.
• Work with less experienced engineers to level up their skills
• Work directly with stakeholders and team members to set and manage expectations throughout the life of the project
• Operate within an agile development process
• Coordinate and train users on specific custom-built software packages.
• Use sophisticated tools to retrain artificial intelligence to make sense of social media data and generate effective sentiment analysis insights relevant to the clients mission.
• Develop, test, update, and launch all public-facing mobile applications (apps), including Apple Watch apps, in concert with customers/clients.
• Identify and implement bug fixes on all apps.
• Routinely beta tests new iOS and Android major operating system updates to determine any compatibility issues with current mobile apps and to discover new features to incorporate into future app updates.
• Identify and implement app store updates for the program as a whole to keep up with the latest policies and trends.
• Develop technical templates for apps and other products based on designs created by visual information specialists.
• Manipulate Unified Crime Reporting data and tables so that they display properly on gov.
• Conduct UI/UX audits on products and pages.
• Build sophisticated web forms for operational and business needs.
• Provide guidance on government policies regarding technical matters.
• Leverage specialized technical knowledge to support the team on all aspects of the content management system as well as all systems, tools, and properties within the gov environment.
• Support the technical lead with other projects under this contract.

Requirements:

• US Citizenship
• An active Top Secret security clearance
• Ability to work out of facilities in Washington, DC
• High school diploma plus relevant certifications
• 8+ years of experience delivering resilient, well-tested, consumer-facing enterprise web applications and large public websites
• 5+ years of cloud and web development experience, including working within public and private virtual cloud environments and developing responsive, public-facing websites.
• 5+ years of application development experience using Python, TAL, AJAX, JavaScript, XML, HTML5, and/or CSS3, including manipulating data and tables to optimize web display.
• 5+ years of experience with web platforms and databases, including Plone, Zope, Drupal, WordPress, PostgreSQL, or other modern RDBMS technologies.
• 5+ years of experience with Section 508 accessibility, web security best practices, and applicable federal mandates and regulations for public-facing websites.
• 5+ years of mobile application development and maintenance experience, including developing, testing, updating, and launching iOS, Android, and Apple Watch applications; implementing bug fixes; conducting OS beta and compatibility testing; and managing app store updates, policies, and emerging features.

Preferred:

• BA, BS, or other advanced degree in related field
• Government cloud experience
• Django and API development experience
• FBI experience
• Experience working within a government cloud environment
• Experience working with NGINX, Varnish, or Apache reverse proxy servers

Please note this role is contingent.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable ac