Cross-Domain Systems Engineer (DISA)

Leidos; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Systems Engineer to support a multi-year DISA program, delivering Systems Engineering and Integration for cross-domain capabilities. The role emphasizes autonomy, technical excellence, and collaboration within a mission-focused team.

The ideal candidate will have DoD/system engineering experience, hands-on VMware/ESXi expertise, and a track record of working across development and integration activities, with readiness for travel and ongoing learning in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance is required; active TS clearance preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Demonstrated full life cycle, systems integration experience.
• Strong demonstrated experience with VMware and ESXi environments.
• Hands-on experience with hardware and software configuration of physical systems, including network configuration and cabling.
• Experience supporting development of DoDAF architecture frameworks to inform systems engineering design and implementation best practices utilizing MS Visio.
• Experience troubleshooting operational systems, including participation in advanced (Tier III-level) troubleshooting and root cause analysis for deployed environments.
• Working knowledge of software development or scripting (e.g., XML, Python, Bash,PowerShell, Java, C++).
• Familiarity with system development processes, databases, and IT infrastructure concepts.
• Linux command line experience with certification such as CompTIA Linux+ or RHEL certification with understanding of virtual machine architecture.
• Must possess DoD 8140 (formerly 8570) IAT Level II certification prior to start date and maintain certification.
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS up to 10% of the time.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality technical work, rapidly learn new technologies, and effectively collaborate with team members to support mission objectives in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to quickly ramp up on new systems and processes, work independently with minimal oversight, and effectively contribute in a fast-paced, evolving operational environment while maintaining high standards of quality and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support decomposition of customer and system requirements in alignment with cross-domain roadmaps.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of cross domain systems and infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage systems, and software applications.
• Strong understanding to configure and maintain physical and virtual environments, including VMware and ESXi systems.
• Apply and validate system security configurations, including DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), to ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Perform hands-on hardware and software configuration of systems, including network configuration and cabling.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and support development of technical solutions aligned with mission and security objectives.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot IT system components to ensure stability and performance.
• Work with customers, mission partners, program managers, and other technical team members to support system integration activities.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of automation scripts (e.g. Ansible, Python, Bash, etc..) to streamline deployments, support internal lab environment projects and perfective maintenance priorities of the program.
• Provide support to system infrastructure, network security, and Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) activities.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and assist with Engineering Implementation Plans.
• Support integration, testing, verification, and validation activities for systems and components.
• Track hardware, software, and configuration changes to support documentation updates and system baselines.
• Provide input to training materials and support knowledge sharing across the team.

Skills

VMware

ESXi

Python

PowerShell

Ansible

DoDAF

XML

Bash

C++

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Visio

Docker

OpenShift

VMware vSphere

Ansible

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Systems Engineer to support a multi-year DISA program, delivering Systems Engineering and Integration for cross-domain capabilities. The role emphasizes autonomy, technical excellence, and collaboration within a mission-focused team.

The ideal candidate will have DoD/system engineering experience, hands-on VMware/ESXi expertise, and a track record of working across development and integration activities, with readiness for travel and ongoing learning in a dynamic environment.