Overview:
Suvi is seeking an Interface Development Specialist for the TSA Enterprise Architecture Support Team in Springfield, VA. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong customer service, subject matter expertise, mission dedication, and a solid work ethic. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
The Interface Development Specialist designs, develops, and maintains interfaces and data exchanges that connect TSA’s Enterprise Architecture tools, repositories, and external systems under the EASS contract. Reporting to the Program Lead and Lead Architect while directly supporting the Architecture & Data Management Branch (ADMB), this role ensures seamless interoperability between the EA Repository (Ins-Pi/YouDesign), ServiceNow (including CSDM), and other TSA/DHS platforms. The specialist also standardizes interfaces for Transportation Screening Equipment (TSE) and external applications, enabling efficient, secure, and reliable data flow that supports governance, reporting, modernization, and real-time decision-making for TSA’s mission to protect the nation’s transportation systems.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement APIs, XML interfaces, data feeds, and integration points between EA tools, the Ins-Pi/YouDesign repository, ServiceNow, and other TSA systems.
- Create and maintain interface specification documentation, data exchange mappings, and integration approaches to ensure interoperability and compliance.
- Standardize TSE interface connections using API methodology and streamline external interfaces used by TSA applications.
- Perform extract, transform, load (ETL) processes, data cleansing, and troubleshooting for interface and data quality issues.
- Support the integration of the EA Repository and metamodel with ServiceNow and the Common Service Data Model (CSDM).
- Collaborate with the Tool/API Integrator, Modeling & Mapping Specialist, and domain architects to automate data feeds and ensure accurate information flow.
- Provide recommendations for data interfaces and assist in reconciling information across systems to support governance, modernization, and reporting activities.
- Participate in governance reviews and technology insertion evaluations with a focus on interface standards and interoperability.
- Address optional or emerging interface requirements via contract modifications, negotiating costs as needed.
Qualifications:
- U.S. 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 interface development, API integration, and data exchange in enterprise or federal IT environments.
- Strong hands-on expertise with API development (RESTful, SOAP, XML), ETL processes, and integration platforms.
- Proficiency in ServiceNow, CSDM, and enterprise architecture tools/repositories.
- Excellent technical documentation, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Master’s degree.
- Experience supporting TSA, DHS, or other federal agencies with tool and system integrations.
- Familiarity with Ins-Pi/YouDesign or similar EA modeling and repository tools.
- Knowledge of federal data standards, metadata schemas, and compliance requirements (e.g., FITARA, OMB directives).
- Certifications such as ServiceNow Certified Integration Specialist, API Management (MuleSoft, Apigee), or equivalent.
- Background in Transportation Screening Equipment (TSE) data interfaces or aviation/security systems.
Qualifications:
- U.S. 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 interface development, API integration, and data exchange in enterprise or federal IT environments.
- Strong hands-on expertise with API development (RESTful, SOAP, XML), ETL processes, and integration platforms.
- Proficiency in ServiceNow, CSDM, and enterprise architecture tools/repositories.
- Excellent technical documentation, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Master’s degree.
- Experience supporting TSA, DHS, or other federal agencies with tool and system integrations.
- Familiarity with Ins-Pi/YouDesign or similar EA modeling and repository tools.
- Knowledge of federal data standards, metadata schemas, and compliance requirements (e.g., FITARA, OMB directives).
- Certifications such as ServiceNow Certified Integration Specialist, API Management (MuleSoft, Apigee), or equivalent.
- Background in Transportation Screening Equipment (TSE) data interfaces or aviation/security systems.
Benefits Information:
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Pay Range:
$150,000.00 -$150,000.00
Job ID:
2026-23001
Work Type:
On-Site