Senior Integration Engineer (API/Cross Enclave), Zero Trust (TS/SCI)

Kentro; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Education reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior Integration Engineer to design and implement secure API integrations and middleware for U.S. Special Operations Command. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in API development, secure coding practices, and automation, along with a degree in Computer Science or a related field. The role requires active Top-Secret clearance and offers a competitive benefits package, including healthcare and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with REST/SOAP APIs and middleware.
• Experience integrating with identity providers like Microsoft Entra ID.

Responsibilities

• Design and build middleware and API connectors.
• Engineer secure integration of on-premise tools with enterprise systems.
• Automate data exchange workflows across hybrid cloud and on-premise storage.

Skills

API design and integration

Middleware development

Python

PowerShell

JavaScript

Secure coding practices

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in relevant field

Job description

Senior Integration Engineer (API/Cross Enclave), Zero Trust (TS/SCI)

Serve as the technical glue within a Zero Trust architecture at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).

Location: Onsite, Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities

• Design and build custom middleware and API connectors to federate identity attributes between Microsoft Entra ID (NIPR), SailPoint (SIPR/Top Secret), and downstream security platforms.
• Engineer secure integration of on‑premise tools (BigID, Kiteworks, Trellix) with the enterprise Splunk instance on SIPR and the Top‑Secret network, ensuring secure data flows.
• Develop logic to inject NIST 8112 metadata attributes into policy decision points (PDP) for dynamic ABAC access control.
• Script and automate data exchange workflows to synchronize the data inventory across hybrid cloud (AWS/Azure) and on‑premise storage (NetApp/QNAP).
• Ensure all cross‑component communications adhere to TLS encryption and mutual authentication in the Top‑Secret environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands‑on experience designing and implementing REST/SOAP APIs, Webhooks, and custom middleware.
• Experience integrating identity providers such as Microsoft Entra ID or SailPoint using SAML, OIDC, or SCIM standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript for automation.
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices, API security, and encryption protocols.

Preferred Experience & Skills (Nice-to-Haves)

• Experience integrating BigID or Kiteworks via API.
• Familiarity with Splunk data ingestion and the Common Information Model.
• Experience with Cross‑Domain Solutions or data diodes in a DoD environment.
• Knowledge of Attribute-Based Access Control policy logic.

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher) – required.
• CISSP or CASP+ CE – preferred.
• API or Cloud Development certifications (AWS or Azure) – preferred.

Clearance

• Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package includes paid time off, healthcare, supplemental benefits, 401(k) with employer match, and opportunities for education reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We comply with VEVRAA and other applicable laws governing equal employment opportunity.

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