Junior Systems Engineer

SOS International LLC; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi in Honolulu seeks a Junior Systems Engineer to help shape Command and Control IT solutions at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam. You’ll support 5,000+ users across the Pacific, addressing DoD-grade security and network challenges while contributing to enterprise infrastructure health.

Must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. An associate degree or equivalent IT experience is required; strong teamwork and readiness for 24/7 support are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with US Passport.
• Associates degree or 4+ years in DoD enterprise IT environments.
• 2+ years server administration with Microsoft/Linux services.
• Certifications: A+/Network+/DoD baseline; Windows Server Hybrid Admin or RHCSA within 6 months.
• Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (Nutanix).
• Familiar with NSA CSfC requirements and cross-domain solutions.
• Customer-service oriented; able to work independently and in teams.
• Willingness to support 24/7 operations when required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, design, and roadmap ZTA and Data Centric Security implementations.
• Lead complex projects: upgrades, integrations, and installations.
• Mentor Systems Operations personnel on administration best practices.
• Interact with vendors and partners; present to leadership and DoD entities.
• Ensure custody and ownership of Government equipment and components.
• Prepare and deliver executive briefings and IPRs as required.

Skills

Server administration

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

DoD compliance awareness

Education

Associates degree in IT, Information Systems, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or similar

Tools

Active Directory

DNS/BIND

DHCP

SQL

Exchange

Linux administration

Nutanix

NSA CSfC requirements

CDS/TNE

Jira

Remedy

ServiceNow

Job description

Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, HI, USA

Full-time

Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/SCI

Compensation: USD 77322 - USD 104384 - yearly

Company Description

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SOSi is a private defense and government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its capabilities include data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics.

Job Description

? Empower Mission Success in the Pacific: Join SOSi as a Junior Systems Engineer in Honolulu!

SOSi is on the hunt for a Junior Systems Engineer to help shape the future of Command and Control (C2) IT solutions at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam . You’ll be part of a high-impact team supporting over 5,000 users across the Pacific theater , solving complex technical challenges that drive mission-critical operations.

Essential Job Duties:

As a Junior Network Engineer at SOSi, you will be a part of a team responsible for engineering Command and Control IT solutions in support of USINDOPACOM, related component commands, and relevant operational objectives. You will assist and lead in the development of systems to ensure that our enterprise infrastructure and private cloud platform, is healthy and manageable.

The selected candidate for this position should be versed in Department of Defense (DoD) protocols, procedures, and regulations, to include Government Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) mandates. The candidate should have foundational knowledge of Data Centric Security Principals, technologies and their implementations. The position is expected to regularly interact with senior DoD personnel, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to prepare and deliver executive-level briefings/IPRs to interested parties as required.

• Assess, design, and roadmap development for the implementation or integration of ZTA solutions.
• Assess, design, and roadmap development for the implementation or integration of Data Centric Security solutions.
• Contribute, provide technical recommendations, and attend briefings or information sharing forums, with INDOPACOM and the leadership, in support of ZTA initiatives and new capabilities.
• Interact with vendors, other agencies, and Coalition Partners on behalf of the program.
• Lead complex technical projects including upgrades, system integrations, and other installations in support of existing Enterprise capabilities.
• Provide mentorship for Systems Operations personnel in administration principles and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant hardware and software applications as assigned.
• Reviews work efforts/implementations and contributes to analysis, After-Action-Reports (AAR). Regularly collects and summarizes pertinent network-related accomplishments, issues, and concerns. Completes activity reports in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensures compliance of custody and ownership of Government equipment and related components.
• Participates in related solution technologies and special projects, as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI Eligibility and US Passport.
• Associates degree in IT, Information Systems, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or similar, or 4+ years of experience in enterprise IT network engineering and operations involving complex classified DoD environments and mandatory security controls (e.g., STIGs).
• 2+ years implementation and support in server administration. Extensive experience with Microsoft or Linux enterprise services portfolio (Exchange, Active Directory, DNS/BIND, DHCP, SQL, etc). Prior experience in implementing and supporting DoD secure systems environments.
• Compliant with DoD 8140 DCWF 451 Basic, System Administrator. A+, CND, or Network+ certification.
• Server Administration (Microsoft or Linux+) certification at hire.
• Obtain Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) within 6 months.
• Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (Nutanix preferred)
• Experience with NSA CSfC requirements including Multi-Site Connectivity Capability Package (MSCCP) and Mobile Access Capability Package (MACP).
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and/or DISA Trusted Network Environment (TNE)
• Customer-service oriented with a willingness to participate and assist.
• Able to follow instructions and work both independently and in a (distributed) team environment.
• Team-player. Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Attention to detail. Excellent planning and time-management skills.
• Able to support 24/7 operations (including support to exercises), when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) certification.
• Additional IT certifications in relevant technology platform (e.g., Network+, Citrix, Dell, HPE/Aruba, ITIL, Juniper, Microsoft, Nutanix, Palo Alto, VMware).
• Experience with Forcepoint/Everfox Trusted Thin Clinent.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA).
• Familiarity with VDI/Virtual Environments and solutions (VMware Horizon, Citrix VDI)
• Familiarity with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI), Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and C2 applications.
• Experience in ITIL framework and best practices (e.g., Change Management, Configuration Management, Capacity Planning)
• Experience using Help Desk software (e.g., Jira, Remedy, ServiceNow).

Additional Information

Work Environment

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• May require foreign travel and site visits.
• May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.