Mid-Level Platform Engineer [$295k/yr | Active TS/SCI FS Poly]

Systech Federal LLC.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 266,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Systech Federal LLC. in Tysons, VA is seeking a Mid-Level Platform Engineer to own and operate the applications infrastructure across networks. The role requires an active TS/SCI FS Poly and offers total compensation around $295k per year.

You will design, implement, and maintain operating systems, application software, and management tools while supporting security, 24/7 on-call rotations, and collaboration with developers and management to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles.
• Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix, scripting (Python, Bash) and version control.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, apps, and management tools.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability.
• Implement security measures, backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Develop scripts to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across hardware, software, and networks.
• Collaborate with developers and management to deliver solutions.
• Document system architecture and procedures.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for upgrades or new implementations.

Skills

CI/CD

Python scripting

Agile practices

On-call support

SRE mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Git

Job description

All Jobs > Mid-Level Platform Engineer [$295k/yr | Active TS/SCI FS Poly]

Tysons, VA

Description

The Systems Engineer is responsible the applications infrastructure across all networks. Technical support to make application security compliant. Responsible for tech precepts implementation and contractually responsible to be part of a 24/7 on call rotation.

• This role requires an active TS/SCI FSP to start
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
• Total Compensation: $295+ annually
  

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Implementation: Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
• Security & Redundancy: Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support.
• Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with test frameworks

Desired Attributes

• Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• A passion for IT and continuous learning

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles
• CI/CD Knowledge: Proven experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of Jenkins, Linux/Unix, version control (Git), and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar)
• Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices.