Senior Apple Platform Engineer

About the role

SAIC is seeking a Senior Apple Platform Engineer to support the DCSA/OneIT program out of Quantico, VA. This position requires a Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain TS/SCI. The role involves sustaining, modernizing, and transforming enterprise IT capabilities for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), safeguarding national security by providing secure and adaptable IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage Apple platform infrastructure (macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS) in a classified, high-security government environment.
• Lead technical initiatives to deploy, configure, and maintain Apple hardware and software at scale, ensuring uptime and availability in secure settings.
• Develop and deploy scalable solutions using enterprise management tools such as Jamf Pro, Apple Business Manager (ABM), or equivalent.
• Develop and implement compliance frameworks, ensuring all Apple platforms conform to government-mandated policies and cyber governance standards (e.g., STIGs, CIS benchmarks).
• Maintain expert-level understanding and provide lifecycle management of the Apple ecosystem, including operating system updates, patch management, and security configurations.
• Create customized scripts (e.g., shell, Python, or Swift) for automation, deployment, and configuration management tasks.
• Engineer solutions to assist with identity management integration, such as SSO (e.g., Okta, Active Directory, or PKI deployments on Apple platforms).
• Troubleshoot complex macOS and iOS issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide seamless support to end users.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to participate in security audits, vulnerability assessments, and incident response for Apple endpoints.
• Document workflows, technical designs, and operational guides for technicians and end users.
• Work closely with data security and compliance teams to monitor Apple device adherence to agency-mandated security policies.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in Apple technologies, tools, and government compliance requirements, providing recommendations for innovation and modernization strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and nine (9) or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security).
• US Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of technical experience managing Apple devices in enterprise IT environments, focused on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.
• Advanced expertise using and deploying Apple device management platforms/tools like Jamf Pro, Apple Configurator, and/or Apple Business/School Manager.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Bash, Python, Swift, or PowerShell).
• In-depth knowledge of Apple security features (e.g., Gatekeeper, FileVault, T2/M-series chips, iCloud, Secure Enclave) and their configuration/management at scale.
• Experience working with enterprise identity services such as Active Directory, LDAP, OAuth, SAML, and/or PKI in relation to Apple systems.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale macOS/iOS deployments and software distribution.
• Demonstrated ability to harden and secure devices according to compliance requirements (e.g., DISA STIGs or other federal frameworks).
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals as they relate to Apple devices (e.g., 802.1x, Wi-Fi profiles, VPN, and MDM configuration).
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to craft technical documentation tailored to different audiences.

Desired Skills

• Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP), Apple Certified IT Professional (ACiT), or equivalent certification.
• Jamf Certified Administrator or Jamf Certified Expert certification.
• Familiarity with security tools such as Tanium, CrowdStrike, Splunk, or Carbon Black on Apple systems.
• Experience working in a classified or government environment with knowledge of federal guidance (FIPS, NIST frameworks).
• Familiarity with integrating Apple hardware into cross-platform environments (Windows, Linux, etc.).
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and their application to enterprise Apple devices.

Pay

Target salary range: $160,001 – $200,000. The estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.