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Guidehouse

BigFix SME/Architect

Washington, DC · On-site

$149K - $248K/yr

Architect, engineer, and sustain DOJ's enterprise BigFix environment used for endpoint compliance and configuration management across all Components except FBI. * Primary Subject Matter expert for ...

Guidehouse

BigFix SME/Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$149K - $248K/yr

Architect, engineer, and sustain DOJ's enterprise BigFix environment used for endpoint compliance and configuration management across all Components except FBI. * Primary Subject Matter expert for ...

Guidehouse

BigFix SME/Architect

Washington, DC · On-site

$149K - $248K/yr

Architect, engineer, and sustain DOJ's enterprise BigFix environment used for endpoint compliance and configuration management across all Components except FBI. * Primary Subject Matter expert for ...

Expression

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including BigFix (preferred), and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Expression Networks

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including BigFix (preferred), and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Hatch IT

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO · On-site

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including IBM BigFix, WSUS, MECM, and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Expression

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including BigFix (preferred), and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Hatch IT

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO · On-site

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including IBM BigFix, WSUS, MECM, and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Hatch IT

Endpoint Specialist

Boulder, CO

Utilize enterprise patch management tools including IBM BigFix, WSUS, MECM, and related technologies to ensure timely deployment of operating system and third-party application updates. * Oversee ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Linux L3 Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Be responsible to manage the cluster servers, server Patching and servers builds using the automate tools like BigFix * Troubleshoot Linux In-Place Upgrade Issues * RHEL Upgrade leveraging Ansible ...

Raasinfotek

Senior Java Developer

Texas City, TX

$49 - $62.50/hr

Worked with ILMT Worked with BigFix Worked with REST API Worked with db2 Familiar with AIX, Solaris, HP-UX, other OSes General Comments: The open position that we have posted is for an individual to ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for bigfix in the United States is $123,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $157,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a BigFix Administrator or Specialist, you need a strong background in systems administration, endpoint management, and security concepts, often supported by a degree in IT or related certifications. Expertise in using IBM BigFix, scripting languages (such as PowerShell or shell scripting), and familiarity with patch management tools are crucial. Effective problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help in troubleshooting issues and collaborating with IT teams. These skills enable the successful management of large-scale IT environments, ensuring systems remain secure, up-to-date, and compliant.

What are some common challenges BigFix professionals face in their daily work?

BigFix professionals often encounter challenges such as managing software deployments across diverse operating systems, ensuring timely patching for security compliance, and troubleshooting failed patches or fixlet actions. They also regularly coordinate with cross-functional IT teams to align endpoint management strategies and address urgent vulnerabilities as they arise. Staying up to date with platform updates and evolving security threats is essential, which requires ongoing learning and adaptability. Building strong collaborative relationships with other IT staff can help streamline solutions and improve overall endpoint security in the organization.

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A BigFix job typically involves managing and securing IT infrastructure using HCL BigFix, a systems management software. Responsibilities include deploying patches, automating software installations, enforcing security policies, and ensuring compliance across endpoints. Professionals in this role monitor system health, remediate vulnerabilities, and optimize IT operations. It requires expertise in BigFix Console, relevance language, scripting, and endpoint management.

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BigFix SME/Architect

Guidehouse

Washington, DC • On-site

$149K - $248K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Guidehouse rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 57 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Family:
Systems Engineering
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Active Top Secret (TS)
What You Will Do:
  • Architect, engineer, and sustain DOJ's enterprise BigFix environment used for endpoint compliance and configuration management across all Components except FBI.
  • Primary Subject Matter expert for the platform, including driving the use of new features, leading major upgrades, assessing functionality gaps, and communicating with the customer base.
  • Provide Tier 2/3 engineering support, including advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and remediation for BigFix platform issues within the Federal Secure Enclave.
  • Lead platform upgrades, patching cycles, module deployments, and capability enhancements in coordination with infrastructure teams and HCL (or HCL-approved partners).
  • Develop custom fixlets, automation scripts, baselines, dashboards, and compliance content tailored to mission needs.
  • Engage directly with DOJ Components to gather requirements, resolve issues, and advise on endpoint compliance strategy and BigFix best practices.
  • Maintain authoritative engineering documentation, SOPs, configuration baselines, and change control artifacts.
  • Support audits, reporting, and compliance activities aligned with DOJ security standards and enclave governance.
  • Drive long-term roadmap planning, architectural improvements, and modernization initiatives for the DOJ enterprise BigFix platform.

What You Will Need:
  • Must be US Citizen.
  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
  • 8+ years of experience designing and architecting highly complex IT systems
  • Demonstrated SME-level mastery of HCL BigFix, including architecture, engineering, lifecycle management, and custom content development.
  • Proven experience delivering Tier 2/3 support for large-scale endpoint management or security systems.
  • Hands-on experience operating in secure enclave or high-side environments.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise compliance (patching, vulnerability management, configuration enforcement).
  • Ability to lead architecture forums, component discussions, and cross-functional technical engagements.
  • Experience working with platform vendors such as HCL or HCL-approved partners.
  • Ability to communicate excellently for interfacing with DOJ Components and senior technical stakeholders.

What Would Be Nice To Have:
  • Prior experience supporting DOJ Components, federal law enforcement, or IC mission environments.
  • BigFix Administrator or Specialist certifications.
  • Familiarity with:
    • STIGs, NIST 800-53, SCAP, CIS Benchmarks
    • SIEM integrations (Splunk, Elastic, etc.)
    • Automation, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines
    • Windows/Linux hardening and enterprise security tooling
  • Experience designing BigFix deployments in virtualized or multi-enclave architectures.

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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