Axway Secure Transport Engineer
Washington DC Metro Area (Fully Remote)
Overview
We are seeking an Axway SecureTransport Engineer with strong Managed File Transfer (MFT), Linux, and AWS experience. The engineer will design, implement, and support secure file transfer solutions using Axway SecureTransport, integrating with cloud and on‐premise systems while ensuring security, availability, and compliance. Experience with Axway Sentinel and exposure to SQL databases (Postgres/MySQL) are highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Configure, and implement MFT solutions using Axway SecureTransport.
- Develop file transfer workflows, routes, and trading partner configurations.
- Integrate SecureTransport with internal applications, external partners, and AWS services.
- Install, upgrade, patch, and configure Axway SecureTransport environments.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve file transfer, connectivity, and performance issues.
- Manage user accounts, roles, permissions, keys, and certificates.
- Administer SecureTransport on Linux, including OS-level configuration and tuning.
Implement and maintain secure file transfer protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2, etc.).
- Apply security best practices across Axway SecureTransport, Linux, and AWS.
- Manage encryption keys, SSL/TLS certificates, SSH keys, and authentication mechanisms.
- Work with security teams to ensure adherence to security policies and regulations (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, as applicable).
- Support security reviews and audits by providing logs, evidence, and technical input.
- Configure and maintain monitoring and alerting for MFT services.
- Use Axway Sentinel (if available) or other tools for tracking, reporting, and SLA compliance.
- Support audit and compliance reporting with required logs and transfer history.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Active Public Trust or ability to obtain
- 3–5 years in Axway Secure Transport (Alternate Managed File Transfer experience is acceptable)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Relevant certifications a plus, such as:
- Axway SecureTransport / MFT certifications.
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect – Associate, or equivalent.
- Installation, configuration, administration, and partner onboarding.
- Configuration of file transfer protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2, etc.).
- Daily administration and troubleshooting on Linux servers.
- Understanding of deploying and operating applications/services in AWS.
- Understanding of encryption, TLS/SSL, SSH, key management, and certificates.
- Familiarity with secure configuration of servers, firewalls, and access controls.
- Experience with authentication/authorization mechanisms (LDAP/AD, IAM roles, RBAC) is a plus.
- Good understanding of DNS, firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exposure to SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres, MySQL).
- Experience in ITIL-based environments (incident, change, problem management) and Agile methodology.
- Experience in Cloud (AWS) is a plus
Additional Job Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Location: Alexandria, VA
- Type of environment: Remote, must be local to DMV area
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
- Amount of Travel: Less than 10%
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.
The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
- Citizenship: US Citizen
- Clearance requirement: Public Trust
WAGE INFORMATION
Target salary range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.
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