Technical Expert Security Clearance

Position: Technical Expert with Security Clearance
Bachelors required
Minimum 5 years experience

Key Responsibilities
• Understand and assist with the installation, configuration, and validation of the COTS software product in test and production environments.
• Coordinate integration activities with cross functional teams, including networking, server/VM administrators, identity and access management, and application owners.
• Evaluate system requirements, dependencies, and integration points to ensure compatibility and operational readiness.
• Understand, communicate, support and coordinate support activities including; o Networking - such as ports, protocols, firewalls, and load balancers as required for system connectivity. o Compute - such as server and virtual machine provisioning, configuration, and performance tuning. o Database - collaborate with database teams to configure, query, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server instances. o Identity and Access – authentication and authorization mechanisms including single sign on and possess knowledge of Microsoft Entra .

o Integration - work with APIs and integration frameworks, including Microsoft Graph, to support data exchange and system interoperability.
• Assist in preparing documentation required for system accreditation, compliance, and security assessments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, configuration baselines, and operational procedures.
• Provide hands on troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout testing and deployment phases.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical considerations clearly to stakeholders and leadership.

Required Qualifications
• Broad technical experience across networking, servers, virtualization, identity management, and system integration.
• Strong understanding of ports, protocols, firewalls, and network connectivity troubleshooting.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments and virtual machine platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper V).
• Solid understanding of relational database concepts and hands on experience with Microsoft SQL Server
• Working knowledge of authentication and identity services, including Microsoft Entra .
• Familiarity with APIs, RESTful services, and integration concepts; experience with Microsoft Graph is desirable.
• Understanding of system accreditation, compliance frameworks, or security assessment processes.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and “roll up their sleeves” to drive tasks to completion.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting COTS product deployments in government environments.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST RMF, FedRAMP, or similar accreditation processes.
• Scripting experience (Power Shell, Python, or similar) for automation or integration tasks. Soft Skills
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with diverse technical teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic project environments.