Mission-Critical Systems Engineer (TS/SCI, CI Poly) | Linux HPC

North-Point-Technology; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

North Point Technology invites a Systems Engineer to join our mission-focused team in Chantilly, VA. The role emphasizes Linux system administration across cloud and on‑premise environments, supporting geospatial intelligence for government end users.

A TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly is required, along with a track record in secure system operation and documentation. The candidate will lead changes, collaborate with government and contractor contacts, and ensure ongoing system security,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required; must be willing to obtain and maintain a CI Polygraph post-hire.
• DoD 8570 compliant certification (Security+ or equivalent/higher).

Responsibilities

• Lead system changes and improvements, interfacing with government/contractor POCs to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain security compliance, author and update operational and security docs and SOPs.
• Support day-to-day sustainment of mission-critical infrastructure.

Skills

Linux admin

RHEL mgmt

HPC mgmt

Slurm MPI

STIG remediation

VM backups

ISCP exercises

Automation scripting

System architecture

Software sustainment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

NGA networking

Job description

North Point Technology invites a Systems Engineer to join our mission-focused team in Chantilly, VA. The role emphasizes Linux system administration across cloud and on‑premise environments, supporting geospatial intelligence for government end users.

A TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly is required, along with a track record in secure system operation and documentation. The candidate will lead changes, collaborate with government and contractor contacts, and ensure ongoing system security,