SME Systems Engineer (SWY-PACS)

Govcio LLC • Kearneysville, WV

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High School with 10+ years (or commensurate 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

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary leader responsible for bringing advanced software engineering rigor and architectural design to the Solutions Engineering Branch (SEB).
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED