Desktop Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/Polygraph

General Dynamics - IT; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Competitive pay and paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Systems Engineer to support government activities in Annapolis Junction, MD or Sterling, VA. You will engineer desktop builds (Windows, Mac, Linux), maintain STIG compliance, and drive endpoint strategy in a security-focused environment.

The role requires active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph, DoD 8570 IAT II, and a Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years’ experience. Strong scripting and VMware/VDI experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
• Meets DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, CCNA Security).
• Bachelor's degree plus 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of end-user computing environments: Windows 10/11, Mac OSX, AD, GPOs, SCCM.

Responsibilities

• Build endpoint strategy including emerging tech and roadmaps.
• Maintain DISA-approved WIM and SHB and transfer to enclaves.
• Deploy Windows/Office security updates and packages.
• Develop, document, and update configuration guides as needed.
• Develop, test, and deploy GPOs for end-user devices (STIG/controls).
• Develop, test, deploy desktop images and apps; update GPOs accordingly.
• Create technical support documentation for IT equipment and systems.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Education

Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years experience

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Bash

SCCM

Active Directory

Group Policy

VMware ESXi

VMware vSphere

Citrix

VMware VDI

Job description

GDIT is your place. Make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Our work depends on a Systems Engineer joining our team to support Government activities in Annapolis Junction, MD or Sterling, VA. At GDIT, we foster a people-focused and customer-centric environment in delivering Desktop Engineering Services. As a Systems Engineer supporting the Government, you will be a part of a team charged with engineering solutions for desktop (physical & virtual) builds for Windows, Apple, and Linux operating systems, STIF compliance, lifecycle, etc.

In this role, a typical day may include: Building the strategy for the endpoint environment, including emerging technology, new technical solutions, software, and hardware based on DIA CIO roadmaps Maintaining DISA-approved WIM and Secure Host Baseline (SHB) including testing and transferring to appropriate enclaves Downloading, packaging, and deploying Windows and Office Security Updates Developing, implementing, and documenting formal configuration guides as needed Developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining Group Policy Objects (GPOs) in Microsoft Active Directory (AD) for end user devices, which implement STIG and other device and account controls Developing, testing, and deploying desktop images including applications and GPO updates Deploying and updating approved packaged applications using PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT) Developing technical support documentation for IT equipment and systems as required

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following: Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security.
• Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
• Detailed knowledge of end user computing environments including Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OSX, and their supporting infrastructure components such as Active Directory, group policy creation and maintenance, and SCCM
• Experience with deploying, configuring, and managing enterprise solutions for Windows 10 and 11
• Experience with Python, PowerShell, and Bash Scripting
• Familiarity with VMware ESXi and VSphere.
• Familiarity with virtualization network on multiple classifications.
• Familiarity with Citrix or VMware VDI architecture.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

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