Junior Systems Engineer, Labs

TekSynap; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TekSynap is seeking a qualified individual based in Washington, D.C. to generate and verify systems requirements based on customer and government standards. The candidate must possess an Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance and a relevant bachelor’s degree, along with CompTIA Security+ CE certification.

This role involves coordinating standards in product development, integrating system elements, and serving as a liaison for business requirements. Ideal candidates will have experience in test environments and troubleshooting networks.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance required.
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification is necessary.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is valid.

Responsibilities

• Generate quantifiable requirements based on customer description and design.
• Ensure compliance with client and government standards.
• Translate product development strategies into specifications.

Skills

Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

CompTIA Security+ CE certification

Experience with networks, systems, and cyber tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Generate quantifiable requirements based on customer description, system planning and design, and acquisition logistics.
• Ensure requirements comply with client and government standards through formal verification methods.
• Translate high‑level product development strategies into system requirement specifications and work with engineering disciplines to develop lower‑level detailed implementation requirements.
• Establish and coordinate development of standards, practices, and procedures related to overall product development.
• Design interfaces and integrate system elements so they operate as a whole.
• Assess performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures.
• Serve as customer liaison and support business development activities to understand and shape requirements.
• Participate in system conceptual design and documentation of design concepts.
• Review design and test plans/procedures to ensure they meet contractual objectives and participate in the testing process to validate requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience (lab/IT support, military, etc.)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience building, configuring, and maintaining test/lab environments
• Experience supporting integration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Experience working with networks, systems, and cyber tools

Clearances

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance

EEO Statement

TekSynap is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This nondiscrimination policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.