Tool/API Integrator

Akima; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima is seeking a Tool/API Integrator in Springfield, VA to support the TSA Enterprise Architecture. The role involves ensuring seamless integration of EA tools and APIs, particularly with ServiceNow and the Common Service Data Model. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in API development, tool integration, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. This position supports TSA’s mission to protect transportation systems through robust data-driven capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in tool integration, API development, and systems interoperability.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Strong hands-on experience with ETL processes and integration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Integrate EA Repository with ServiceNow and Common Service Data Model (CSDM).
• Develop and troubleshoot APIs and XML interfaces for data exchange.
• Provide support for Ins-Pi setup, configuration, and management.

Skills

API development

Data feeds

Integration platforms

Technical troubleshooting

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Ins-Pi (YouDesign)

Job description

Suvi is seeking a Tool/API Integrator to support the TSA Enterprise Architecture Support Team in Springfield, VA. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong customer service, subject matter expertise, mission focus, and a solid work ethic. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

The Tool/API Integrator ensures seamless integration and interoperability of Enterprise Architecture (EA) tools, repositories, and APIs under the EASS contract. Reporting to the Program Lead and Lead Architect and directly supporting the Architecture & Data Management Branch (ADMB), this role focuses on integrating the EA Repository and metamodel with systems such as ServiceNow and the Common Service Data Model (CSDM). Responsibilities include ensuring data compatibility, developing and troubleshooting APIs, XML interfaces, data feeds, and ETL processes, and supporting the provisioning and management of tools like Ins-Pi (YouDesign). This position enables efficient, data-driven EA capabilities that support TSA’s mission to protect the nation’s transportation systems through robust tool integration and automation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate the EA Repository tool and metamodel with ServiceNow platform and Common Service Data Model (CSDM), ensuring compatibility with existing EA data.
• Develop, customize, and troubleshoot APIs, XML interfaces, data feeds, and ETL processes for seamless data exchange and interoperability between EA tools and repositories.
• Support the provisioning and platform/user/software management of Ins-Pi (YouDesign), including annual subscription management, unlimited read-only licenses, 12 editor licenses, advisory services, initial setup, configuration, and remote enablement.
• Provide up to 6 months of advisory, initial setup, and configuration support for Ins-Pi, along with 3 days of consulting for repository setup/data load and 3 days of training.
• Collaborate with ADMB and other stakeholders to address integration challenges, perform tool administration, and ensure ongoing technical support and maintenance.
• Assist in reconciling information across different systems, recommending enhancements to facilitate progress and decision-making.
• Support optional or emerging requirements related to tool integration via contract modifications, negotiating costs as needed.
• Ensure all integration efforts utilize TSA-approved collaboration tools and comply with DHS/TSA policies for security and data management.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues and optimize data flows to support governance, reporting, modeling, and modernization activities.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in tool integration, API development and systems interoperability, preferably in federal or enterprise IT environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with API development (e.g., RESTful, XML), ETL processes, data feeds, and integration platforms.
• Proficiency in ServiceNow and Common Service Data Model (CSDM) integration.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture tools and repositories, including data modeling and metamodel customization.
• Excellent problem-solving, technical troubleshooting and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree.
• Experience supporting TSA, DHS, or other federal agencies with EA tool integrations.
• Familiarity with Ins-Pi (YouDesign) or similar EA modeling and repository tools, including setup, configuration, and training.
• Knowledge of federal IT compliance (e.g., FITARA, OMB directives) and data standards (e.g., metadata, authoritative sources).
• Certifications such as ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist, API Management certifications (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee), or equivalent.
• Background in emerging technologies like AI/ML integration or cloud-based data exchanges.

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