Fusion Search Engineer

ECS is seeking a Fusion Search Engineer to work in our Fairfax, VA office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon [contract award].

• Developing and maintaining search solutions: This includes analysis of platform architecture and recommending improvements to enhance search performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Implementing AI and machine learning algorithms: Enhancing search capabilities using advanced algorithms to improve relevance and user experience.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams: Working closely with IT security personnel, developers, Single Sign-On (SSO) specialists, data scientists, and product owners to integrate search functionalities into various platforms. Participate in requirements design, code reviews, and internal feature demos with colleagues to validate design decisions and implementation choices.
• Optimizing search performance: Continuously monitoring and improving search performance, including indexing, query processing, and result ranking.
• User experience design: Ensuring that the search interface is user-friendly and meets the needs of the end-users.
• Security and Compliance: Develop and manage a Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Package, ensuring all applicable security controls comply with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-37, and OMB A-130. Document and deliver security artifacts, including the Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).

• 8+ years of IT experience
• Proven hands-on experience implementing and supporting enterprise search technologies, specifically Lucidworks Fusion Search Platform
• Skilled in in Linux system administration and deployment, with experience in both on-premises and cloud-based environments.
• Hands-on experience with at least 2 implementations of Lucidworks Fusion Search
• Familiarity with NIST standards (SP 800-53, SP 800-37), OMB A-130, and security frameworks for IT systems.
• Knowledge of enterprise-level system monitoring tools and metrics development.
• Expertise in IT security and privacy controls, Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) processes, and risk management practices.