Sr. File Transfer Engineer (Omaha, NE)

First National Bank of Omaha; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

401k with Matching Contributions

Time Off Programs

HSA/Dependent Care

Employee Banking

Growth Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

First National Bank of Omaha seeks a Senior File Transfer Engineer to own the enterprise MFT architecture, set standards, and mentor engineers. You will lead projects across production, DR, and non-production environments, ensuring secure, scalable data transfers with Axway SecureTransport and related components.

You will collaborate with security and enterprise architects to meet PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, and other regulatory requirements while automating tasks and optimizing performance in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years hands-on enterprise MFT experience.
• Deep understanding of file transfer protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2).
• Proficient in Linux/Unix administration.
• Strong networking concepts including firewalls, load balancers, proxies, DNS and VPNs.
• Cloud-based MFT integration or hybrid environments a plus.
• Experience in regulated industries with strict compliance and audit requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with third-party vendors.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and scaling of Axway MFT environments across production, non-production, and DR zones.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects and security teams to ensure MFT aligns with IT strategy and compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead MFT-related projects, including upgrades and onboarding.
• Develop and maintain complex MFT workflows using SecureTransport features and scripts.
• Automate operational tasks with Shell, Python, or PowerShell to improve efficiency.
• Monitor, alert, and report MFT transactions using Dynatrace for performance and reliability.
• Drive security reviews, access controls, and audit readiness for PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, etc.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate MFT with enterprise systems and cloud platforms.

Skills

Managed File Transfer

Axway SecureTransport

Linux/Unix admin

Networking concepts

Security/compliance

Leadership/mentoring

Scripting (Shell/Python/PowerShell)

Project coordination

Cloud integration (AWS/Azure)

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

Axway SecureTransport

Axway Gateway

Dynatrace

IBM Sterling Connect:Direct

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

At FNBO, our employees are the heart of our story—and we’re committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization’s success.

Summary of the Job

The Sr. File Transfer Engineer is responsible for being a subject matter expert in enterprise file transfer platforms. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep technical skills, strong architectural thinking, and experience in managing complex, secure data transfer ecosystems across global environments. The ideal candidate will be the technical SME (Subject Matter Expert) responsible for setting standards, leading initiatives, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing file transfer solutions across the enterprise and with external partners.

About This Role

Learn and help support Managed File Transfer (MFT) platforms. Lead the architecture, design, and scaling of Axway SecureTransport environments across production, non-production, and DR zones. Collaborate with enterprise architects and security teams to ensure MFT solutions align with broader IT strategy and compliance mandates. Serve as a technical lead on MFT-related projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new partner onboarding. Manage and optimize Axway SecureTransport and related components (Gateway, Sentinel, etc.) for performance, availability, and resiliency. Develop and maintain complex MFT workflows, leveraging SecureTransport features (Policies, Users, Event Rules, etc.) and custom scripting. Automate operational tasks using scripting languages (Shell, Python, PowerShell) to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. Implement and manage end-to-end monitoring, alerting, and reporting of MFT transactions using Dynatrace. Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning to support growing transaction volumes and evolving business needs. Implement robust data protection protocols (TLS, PGP, SSH, SFTP, FTPS) in alignment with corporate and regulatory security requirements. Drive security reviews, access controls, logging, and audit readiness to support frameworks such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, etc. Act as liaison with InfoSec teams to ensure ongoing compliance, threat mitigation, and vulnerability remediation. Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers and support staff. Lead troubleshooting efforts on high-impact or escalated issues, acting as the final point of resolution. Work closely with cross-functional teams (networking, security, application development, DevOps) to integrate MFT with enterprise systems and cloud platforms.

The Ideal Candidate for This Role

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise Managed File Transfer solutions.
• Deep understanding of file transfer protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2), encryption methods, and certificate management.
• Proficient in Linux/Unix system administration and comfortable navigating large, complex environments.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, firewalls, load balancers, proxies, DNS, and VPN technologies.
• Experience with cloud-based MFT integration (AWS, Azure) or hybrid environments is a strong plus.
• Proven track record of working in regulated industries with strict compliance and audit requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes.
• Experience working with third-party vendors.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

• Axway SecureTransport or B2Bi certifications (Administrator, Specialist).
• 5+ years of experience specifically working with Axway SecureTransport in a senior or lead capacity.
• Experience with IBM Sterling Connect:Direct.
• Experience with Axway Gateway, Sentinel, or B2Bi platforms.
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD integration of MFT workflows.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible) in MFT deployments.
• Experience with infrastructure and application monitoring concepts.
• Experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work environment - Primarily sitting at a desk for extended periods.
• Computer use - Prolonged screen time and keyboard/mouse operation.
• Visual focus - Extended periods viewing monitors/displays.
• Manual dexterity - Ability to use keyboard, mouse, and other input devices.
• Occasional standing/walking - Moving between meetings or work areas.

Work Environment

It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work in a hybrid capacity, balancing in-person collaboration three (3) days a week with remote flexibility two (2) days a week. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy and relationship-building of face-to-face collaboration while still enjoying the flexibility of remote workdays. We provide the tools and technology to ensure seamless transitions between work environments, supporting your productivity wherever you are. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Compensation

Compensation range (base pay): $89,828.00-$148,215.00. This role may have a specific starting pay within this range. Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Benefits Overview

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• 401k
• With Matching Contributions
• Time Off Programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
• Employee Banking
• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity & Belonging

FNBO believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves - no matter their role or where they are in their journey. Learn more here.

FNBO is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity.

FNBO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC. FNBO follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants).

Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

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