BigFix SME/Architect
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Job description
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Architect, engineer, and sustain DOJ's enterprise BigFix environment used for endpoint compliance and configuration management across all Components except FBI.
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Primary Subject Matter expert for the platform, including driving the use of new features, leading major upgrades, assessing functionality gaps, and communicating with the customer base.
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Provide Tier 2/3 engineering support, including advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and remediation for BigFix platform issues within the Federal Secure Enclave.
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Lead platform upgrades, patching cycles, module deployments, and capability enhancements in coordination with infrastructure teams and HCL (or HCL-approved partners).
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Develop custom fixlets, automation scripts, baselines, dashboards, and compliance content tailored to mission needs.
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Engage directly with DOJ Components to gather requirements, resolve issues, and advise on endpoint compliance strategy and BigFix best practices.
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Maintain authoritative engineering documentation, SOPs, configuration baselines, and change control artifacts.
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Support audits, reporting, and compliance activities aligned with DOJ security standards and enclave governance.
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Drive long-term roadmap planning, architectural improvements, and modernization initiatives for the DOJ enterprise BigFix platform.
Requirements
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Must be US Citizen.
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An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
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8+ years of experience designing and architecting highly complex IT systems
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Demonstrated SME-level mastery of HCL BigFix, including architecture, engineering, lifecycle management, and custom content development.
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Proven experience delivering Tier 2/3 support for large-scale endpoint management or security systems.
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Hands-on experience operating in secure enclave or high-side environments.
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Strong understanding of enterprise compliance (patching, vulnerability management, configuration enforcement).
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Ability to lead architecture forums, component discussions, and cross-functional technical engagements.
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Experience working with platform vendors such as HCL or HCL-approved partners.
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Ability to communicate excellently for interfacing with DOJ Components and senior technical stakeholders.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
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Prior experience supporting DOJ Components, federal law enforcement, or IC mission environments.
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BigFix Administrator or Specialist certifications.
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Familiarity with:
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STIGs, NIST 800-53, SCAP, CIS Benchmarks
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SIEM integrations (Splunk, Elastic, etc.)
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Automation, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines
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Windows/Linux hardening and enterprise security tooling
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Experience designing BigFix deployments in virtualized or multi-enclave architectures.
Benefits & conditions
The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
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Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
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Parental Leave
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401(k) Retirement Plan