FAA Systems Engineers

Tetra Tech; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to support on‑prem IT infrastructure in virtualized environments and provide second‑level engineering support for enterprise cybersecurity services. The role emphasizes security best practices, patching strategies, and operations documentation.

You will collaborate with network and application teams to design, configure, test, and deploy infrastructure services, ensuring uptime and compliance in a dev/test/prod setting.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience deploying and managing on‑prem IT infrastructures.
• Experience with large‑scale virtualization (VMware vSphere/Hyper‑V) and storage dependencies.
• Experience deploying and maintaining enterprise backup and storage solutions.
• Hardening enterprise environments using DISA STIGs with tools like OpenSCAP or SCC.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent cybersecurity certification.
• B.S. in Computer Science required.

Responsibilities

• Requirements development, analysis and supporting trade studies.
• Design storage requirements to support virtual deployments of applications.
• Build, configure and deploy monitoring across highly virtualized environments.
• Implement DISA STIG compliance for new infrastructure.
• Provide oversight and execution strategy for multiple infrastructure initiatives.
• Support deployment of monitoring solutions like ScienceLogic or HP OpenView.
• Work with Commvault backup in virtual environments.
• Assist with licensing management and ticketing systems.
• Document configurations, SOPs, engineering diagrams and test plans.

Skills

Security+

DISA STIGs

OpenSCAP

SCAP Compliance Checker

Virtualization

Backup/Storage

VMware vSphere

Hyper‑V

OpenShift (Red Hat)

ScienceLogic

Commvault

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Tools

ScienceLogic

HP OpenView

Commvault

OpenSCAP

SCAP Compliance Checker

Red Hat OpenShift

Job description

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking an IT Systems Engineer who will support on-prem IT infrastructures in virtualized environments. You will provide Second Level Engineering support for systems providing enterprise cybersecurity services in a dev/test/prod deployment environment supporting critical FAA cybersecurity capabilities.

In this role, the IT Systems Engineer will work as part of a dynamic team of network and application administrators and engineers and will be responsible for optimizing and securing our enterprise infrastructure. You will oversee critical storage and backup solutions and implement robust infrastructure monitoring strategies to ensure maximum uptime. You’ll work with teammates to design, configure, test, and deploy infrastructure services supporting cybersecurity initiatives. You will apply strong security best practices and assist with developing an approach for patching, upgrades, and tuning when system maintenance is required. The IT Systems Engineer will also support the development of operations-related documentation, including configuration data, change requests, installation procedures, knowledge base articles, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), engineering diagrams, and test plans.

Job Duties & Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to):

Requirements development, analysis and supporting comprehensive trade studies

Support the design of infrastructure storage requirements to support virtual deployments of applications

Build, configure, and deploy infrastructure monitoring solutions across highly virtualized environments (e.g., VMware vSphere, Hyper‑V, or hybrid cloud stacks)

Implement and maintain DISA STIG compliance profiles for all newly deployed infrastructure solutions, core roles, and virtualized components.

Provide technical oversight and execution strategy for simultaneous infrastructure initiatives, ensuring deployments are delivered predictably, documented thoroughly, and transitioned smoothly to operations

Experience deploying performance monitoring solutions such as ScienceLogic or HP OpenView

Experience working with network storage and backup solutions, such as Commvault, in a virtual environment

Support the teammates on configuration management requirements and assist with licensing management and tracking

Experience with using ticketing systems and Tier II or higher helpdesk

Ability to work independently and in a group to resolve technical issues in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

Required: A successful candidate will have

7-10 years of experience working in deployment, migration, and lifecycle management of on‑premises IT infrastructures

Technical experience deploying and managing infrastructure monitoring services within large‑scale virtualized infrastructures, including clustering, high availability, and virtual storage/networking dependencies

Experience deploying and maintaining enterprise backup and storage solutions

Ability to support teammates in the deployment of infrastructure applications in hybrid Windows and Red Hate environment

Experience in hardening enterprise environments using DISA STIGs, utilizing tools like OpenSCAP, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), or automated remediation playbooks

Demonstrated ability to support, track, and execute technical deliverables across multiple parallel projects and environments.

Support trade study evaluations and provide leadership analysis and recommendations

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent cybersecurity certification

Minimum of a B.S. in Computer Science

Preferred:

Experience configuring and deploying solutions using container technologies such as Red Hat Open Shift

Vendor specific certifications such as Skylar One Professional Certification (ScienceLogic), Commvault Professional & Engineer Certifications, or other similar solutions

CompTIA Network+ or equivalent

Work Requirements:

Work location: William J Hughes Technical Center, NJ

Position is: Completely in‑person/on‑site

Work Hours: 40/week

Travel: Minimal, but possible

Physical requirements:

o Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.

o Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.

o Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.

o Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.

o Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation’s critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees’ needs. Join us in delivering high‑quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.We invite applications from all interested parties.

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Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full‑time, 40 hour/week status. Part‑time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C.