Systems Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and cleared Systems Engineer to oversee, optimize, and maintain complex, mission-critical enterprise infrastructure within a secure federal contracting environment. This role is designed for a technical professional who thrives in high-consequence environments, managing concurrent workstreams across dual-OS architectures, hybrid-cloud deployments, and rigorous compliance frameworks.

The ideal candidate will drive infrastructure modernization, spearhead complex troubleshooting efforts, and enforce cybersecurity postures aligned with CMMC Level 2, NIST, and DoD directives. This position offers the opportunity to independently manage enterprise-grade systems while serving as a senior technical escalation point for critical operational challenges.

Core Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Administer, maintain, and modernize enterprise-level Microsoft Windows Server and Linux environments across hybrid on-premises and AWS cloud architectures.
• Security & Compliance: Implement robust cybersecurity hardening methodologies, manage system/software upgrades, execute vulnerability patching, and ensure alignment with DISA STIGs and RMF standards.
• Database & Automation: Support enterprise databases using SQL and DBEdit; streamline administrative workflows and systems deployment through advanced PowerShell and Bash scripting.
• Systems Engineering: Lead secure systems engineering initiatives, manage encryption technologies, and optimize secure network configurations.
• Tiered Support & Escalation: Serve as a Tier 2/Tier 3 technical escalation point, troubleshooting complex issues across servers, workstations, custom applications, and core infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active, verifiable TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in systems engineering or systems administration.
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