Apache NiFi System Administrator at Kforce Inc in Chesterfield, Missouri

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Apache NiFi System Administrator in Chesterfield, MO.

Key Tasks:

• Design, implement, and manage data flows within Apache NiFi, ensuring efficient and reliable data movement across systems


• Build scalable workflows for data ingestion, transformation, enrichment, and delivery


• Configure processors, connections, and controllers to optimize data throughput and performance


• Regularly monitor and maintain NiFi clusters, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance


• Implement appropriate security measures, including user access control, data encryption, and SSL configurations within NiFi


• Ensure compliance with organizational data governance policies and regulations


• Work on integrating NiFi with other systems such as databases, cloud services (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure) and other big data or messaging platforms


• Implement monitoring tools and set up alerts to detect failures or performance issues


• Generate reports on data flow metrics and performance for stakeholders


• Stay up to date with the latest NiFi releases and patches, ensuring that the environment is using the latest stable versions


• Optimize the performance of data transfer workflows by configuring NiFi's backpressure settings, load balancing, and ensuring high availability across NiFi clusters


• Monitor file transfer and API performance, troubleshooting bottlenecks and optimizing workflows as needed for both throughput and latency


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, security teams, and IT infrastructure teams from both entities, to ensure smooth data flow and integration


• Provide detailed documentation on data flow architecture, security protocols, and API configurations to ensure that the integration process is well-understood and maintainable by both organizations post-acquisition


• Ensure that the data transfer mechanisms built are scalable and sustainable for long-term use

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of experience in Apache NiFi for managing data flows, file transfers, and API integrations


• Knowledge of secure file transfer protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS) and encryption methods


• Experience integrating systems using APIs and working with open systems (cloud, on-premise, hybrid)


• Strong understanding of data governance, compliance, and security practices, particularly in high-stakes M&A scenarios


• Excellent troubleshooting and optimization skills for large-scale data migration and integration projects


• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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