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ServiceNow Platform Engineer

LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC
Location
Washington, DC
Posted
16 days ago
Department
All Departments
Salary
$180,000–$200,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience administering, configuring, and engineering on the ServiceNow platform
  • Demonstrated experience standing up new ServiceNow instances or leading instance-level builds and migrations
  • Strong scripting ability (server-side and client-side JavaScript, Glide APIs, Business Rules, Script Includes)
  • Experience with MID Server installation and configuration, and with platform integrations using REST/SOAP web services
  • ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA)
  • Familiarity with federal security and compliance frameworks (NIST, FISMA, STIGs)
Nice to have
  • Prior experience in federal or defense contracting environments, particularly in classified, air-gapped, or otherwise isolated networks
  • ServiceNow CAD (Certified Application Developer) or a CIS (Certified Implementation Specialist) certification
  • Hands-on experience with CMDB, ITOM, or Discovery
  • Experience with release coordination, version control, environment management, and automated testing strategies, including the ServiceNow Automated Test Framework (ATF)
  • Experience supporting Windows Server implementation, upgrades, and integrations as required by the environment
What the job really is

The ServiceNow Platform Engineer at LightFeather will be responsible for building and managing a new ServiceNow environment for a federal program. Daily tasks include configuring and securing the platform, integrating with enterprise systems, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational readiness. The role emphasizes hands-on expertise and the ability to take the platform from inception to production while maintaining it as it evolves.

Benefits
  • Salary: $180,000–$200,000 annually, based on experience level
  • LightFeather sponsors an upgrade to Top Secret clearance for the right candidate
  • Hybrid work location in Washington, D.C.
Things to weigh
  • Top Secret clearance required; candidates with an active Secret clearance are encouraged to apply
  • Role involves building a platform from the ground up, which may require significant initial effort and expertise
  • Work is within a secure federal enclave, which may involve strict compliance and security protocols
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