Lead Systems Engineer — Secret-Cleared, VMware & CI/CD

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in McLean, VA is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to guide a talented team on federal projects, engage in hands-on technical work with the engineering team, coordinate with government engineers to ensure continuous operations, and oversee day-to-day activities and performance evaluations.

The position requires an Active Secret Clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or a PhD with 2+ years, plus strong Information Assurance/Cybersecurity experience,

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years or PhD with 2+ years.
• Experience in Information Assurance / Cybersecurity.
• Leadership experience.
• Proven ability to communicate with senior-level customers.
• Strong knowledge of VMware and virtual computing.
• Understanding of Test Plans and Development Plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers on new and ongoing projects.
• Engage in hands-on technical work with the engineering team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and infrastructure issues.
• Coordinate with government engineers to ensure continuous operations.
• Ensure CI/CD of project updates.
• Oversee day-to-day operations supporting the customer's acquisition mission.
• Manage personnel development and conduct performance appraisals.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Leadership experience

Communication with senior customers

VMware

Information Assurance / Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's Degree or PhD option

Tools

VMware

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in McLean, VA is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to guide a talented team on federal projects, engage in hands-on technical work with the engineering team, coordinate with government engineers to ensure continuous operations, and oversee day-to-day activities and performance evaluations.

The position requires an Active Secret Clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or a PhD with 2+ years, plus strong Information Assurance/Cybersecurity experience,