Sign upLog in
See more jobs

SME Systems Engineer (SWY-PACS)

Govcio LLC
  • Kearneysville, West Virginia
  • $130,000–$170,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
3 days ago

Job Description

Overview:

GovCIO is seeking a Systems Engineer (SME) to support mission-critical software architecture and solutions engineering programs for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This position will serve as a key technical authority, assisting the Solutions Engineering Branch (SEB) within the Architecture and Solutions Engineering (ASE) division at the C5I / Software Yard. The successful candidate will drive the analysis, design, domain architecture, and systems engineering activities for upcoming project intake and mission-critical Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) modernization. This position will be located in Kearneysville, WV and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities:
As an SME Systems Engineer / Solution Architect, you will serve as the primary leader responsible for bringing advanced software engineering rigor and architectural design to the Solutions Engineering Branch (SEB). You will collaborate closely with other divisions of the Software Yard, such as Product Delivery and Capability Development, to transform high-level mission needs into actionable technical solutions. Key responsibilities include:
  • Assist the ASE team with comprehensive needs analysis, drafting Initial Technical Solution Reports (ITSR) based on Capability/Mission Need statements and operational/functional requirements.
  • Conduct thorough Solution Assessments (SA) and ensure the required amount of engineering rigor is met through Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) within the Continuous Software Delivery Pathway (CSDP).
  • Apply expert engineering principles to consult, guide, and lead full-lifecycle software delivery teams across requirements derivation, technical reviews, and system verification/testing.
  • Develop software solution designs, define software interface requirements and data exchange standards, and formulate integration plans across edge hardware, enterprise platforms, and core business systems.
  • Enforce rigorous security policies, ensuring all software architectures align with Federal/DoD identity standards (FICAM, FIPS 201, NIST SP 800-series), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) authentication, and OSDP secure communications.
  • Create, review, and align enterprise solution models utilizing Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) grids, Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) viewpoints, and Systems Modeling Language (SysML) within Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw).
  • Recommend system optimizations, evaluate emerging software technologies, and deliver integration roadmaps that meet customer and Mission Partner operational needs.

        #USCG #DICE

Qualifications:

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

 

Required Skills & Experience 
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security).
  • Proven experience developing software solution designs, defining software interface requirements, and working with REST/SOAP APIs, JSON/XML, TLS, and enterprise ICAM protocols.
  • Demonstrated mastery utilizing Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) / DoDAF models and Systems Modeling Language (SysML) within Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw).
  • Direct experience enforcing Federal/DoD identity and security standards, including FICAM, FIPS 201, NIST SP 800-series, PKI, and OSDP secure communications.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience drafting initial technical solution reports and presenting architectural briefings to executive stakeholders.
Clearance Required: Public Trust 
 
Preferred Skills & Experience 
  • Direct experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard missions, specifically within the C5I Software Yard, ASE division, or related technical directorates.
  • Deep technical familiarity with Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) or enterprise-level identity, credential, and access management infrastructure.
  • Experience working within a Continuous Software Delivery Pathway (CSDP) or modern Agile/DevSecOps software delivery pipelines.
  • Advanced certifications in Enterprise Architecture (e.g., DoDAF/UAF certified) or Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP/ASEP) are a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with cross-functional software delivery paradigms spanning Product Delivery and Capability Development divisions.

 

Posted Salary Range: USD $130,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.

Numbers & Facts

LocationKearneysville, West Virginia
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$130,000–$170,000 Per Year

Skills

  • ASEunmatched
  • Access Controlunmatched
  • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
  • Architectural Designunmatched
  • Architectural Servicesunmatched
  • Authenticationunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associateunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • CompTIA Security+unmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF)unmatched
  • DoD Directive 8140unmatched
  • DoD Directive 8570unmatched
  • Emerging Technologyunmatched
  • Enterprise Architectureunmatched
  • Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)unmatched
  • IAT - Information Assurance Technicalunmatched
  • JSONunmatched
  • Military/DoD Standardsunmatched
  • Modeling Languagesunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)unmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)unmatched
  • REST (Representational State Transfer)unmatched
  • Requirements Derivationunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol)unmatched
  • SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security)unmatched
  • Secondary Schoolunmatched
  • Software Architectureunmatched
  • Software Designunmatched
  • Software Developmentunmatched
  • Software Engineeringunmatched
  • Software Evaluationunmatched
  • System Testunmatched
  • Systems Analysisunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Systems Engineering Technical Reviewunmatched
  • Technical Deliveryunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)unmatched
  • United States Coast Guard (USCG)unmatched
  • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched
  • XML (EXtensible Markup Language)unmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Free resume builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Free resume builder