Senior Systems Engineer (CDP)

GovCIO; Honolulu (HI); Remote; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development

Certification support

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Cloud Data Pipeline (CDP) for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG).

You will drive end‑to‑end implementation, maintenance, and sustainment of the CDP in USCG‑designated cloud environments, leveraging Confluent Platform and Apache Kafka to enable enterprise data ingestion and sharing across the Coast Guard. The successful candidate will hold DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, have strong Linux backgrounds, and be able to work in a fully remote

Qualifications

• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required.
• Proficient in Java, .NET, or Python with hands-on development experience.
• Strong Linux system administration and scripting background.
• Experience with Confluent Platform and Apache Kafka for enterprise data streaming.
• Ability to complete USCG Privileged User Management Program (PUMP) RBAC process.
• Expertise in configuration management, requirements analysis, and system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution for deploying the Cloud Data Pipeline within USCG cloud environments.
• Implement robust data ingestion and sharing between source/recipient systems and the CDP.
• Ensure compliance with USCG software implementation, configuration and security standards.
• Plan and execute maintenance to ensure CDP uptime within USCG environments.
• Tune data ingestion and sharing capabilities and validate ongoing operational standards.
• Oversee long-term sustainment and modernization of the CDP and system configurations.

Skills

DoD 8570 IAT II

Java/.NET/Python

Linux administration

Confluent Kafka

RBAC PUMP

Engineering standards

Education

High School + 9+ years experience

Tools

Confluent Platform

Apache Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

United States

Secret

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Cloud Data Pipeline (CDP) and engineering services across the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This position supports the Infrastructure Services Division’s effort to enhance the Integrated Data Environment (IDE) system of SURVEYOR. By leveraging the Confluent platform and Apache Kafka, you will help build an enterprise approach to data ingestion and data sharing—reducing information silos, consolidating data, and making critical data discoverable, resilient, and usable across the entire USCG enterprise. This is a 100% Remote position.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will provide comprehensive engineering services covering the end-to-end lifecycle—implementation, maintenance, and sustainment—of the Cloud Data Pipeline (CDP) within USCG-designated environments. Key responsibilities are divided across three operational phases:

Implementation

• Planning & Execution: Lead technical tasking and provide planning/execution support for deploying the CDP within USCG-designated cloud environments.




• Data Integration: Implement robust data ingestion and data sharing capabilities between designated source/recipient systems and the CDP.




• Compliance Integration: Ensure all initial CDP implementation activities strictly comply with USCG software implementation, configuration, and security standards.

Routine Maintenance

• Operational Readiness: Plan and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasking to ensure continuous uptime of the CDP within USCG environments.




• Pipeline Preservation: Maintain and tune data ingestion and data sharing capabilities between source/recipient networks and the CDP ecosystem.




• Operational Alignment: Validate that all ongoing maintenance work complies with USCG software maintenance, configuration, and operational standards.

Lifecycle Sustainment

• Long-Term Planning: Provide expert technical oversight for planning and executing the long-term sustainment and modernization of the CDP.




• System Configurations: Manage complex administrative configurations and performance tuning to support data availability.




• Lifecycle Compliance: Ensure all sustainment, configuration management, and lifecycle management activities adhere completely to established USCG software standards.

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills & Experience

• Certifications: DoD 8570 Compliance: Must hold an active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification in good standing (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, CND, or SSCP).




• Programming Proficiency: Advanced, hands‑on programming and scripting experience in Java, .NET, or Python.




• Systems Environment: Strong background in Linux programming and system administration.




• Data Ecosystems: Prior production‑level experience with the Confluent platform and Apache Kafka knowledge for enterprise data streaming.




• Identity Management (PUMP): Ability to complete the USCG Privileged User Management Program Process (PUMP) to obtain a Role Based Access Control (RBAC) administrative account requiring both a .14 token and a .1c token.




• Engineering Standards: Expert‑level understanding of configuration management, requirements analysis, system architecture concepts, and the ability to author technical engineering guidance.

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Prior experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) IT programs.




• Strong familiarity with federal enterprise cloud architectures (AWS or Microsoft Azure) and pipeline automation.




• Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process




• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team




• Camera must be on




• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview




• During the Hiring Process




• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening




• Background check, to include:




• Criminal history (past 7 years)




• Verification of your highest level of education




• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well‑being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)




• Corporate Discounts




• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content




• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*




• Referral Bonus Program




• Internal Mobility Program




• Pet Insurance




• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full‑time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at‑will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.