Job Description
Are you seeking a stable, high-impact career with the federal government? Apex Federal Solutions is currently recruiting a Senior Federal IT Engineer to support critical national security initiatives. We pride ourselves on offering competitive salaries and a transparent weekly pay schedule.
As part of our Chicago-based team, you will leverage your expertise to modernize legacy systems and ensure compliance with strict federal regulations. This is a unique opportunity to work on meaningful projects while enjoying the financial security of weekly compensation.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure federal IT infrastructure and networks.
- Ensure full compliance with FISMA, NIST, and agency-specific security protocols.
- Collaborate with federal stakeholders to translate complex requirements into technical solutions.
- Oversee the weekly payroll and budget reconciliation for technical project resources.
- Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident response drills.
- Mentor junior engineers and document technical architecture for future maintenance.
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain).
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in federal contracting or civil service IT environments.
- Strong proficiency in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and hybrid architectures.
- Proven experience in project management and budget tracking.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting to senior leadership.