Mission Windows Systems Engineer

CACI; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking an experienced Mission Windows Systems Engineer to support a niche network across Windows and Linux environments. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with poly, 5+ years on mission networks and deep expertise in AD, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and automation via PowerShell, Ansible and Terraform/Packer.

You will join a small team of experts managing a bespoke network, with opportunities to grow across programs focused on Cyber Operations and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in related technical discipline OR equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years supporting mission networks.
• Minimum of 7+ years current experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments, including administration (Active Directory) and the management of group policy security configurations.
• Experience with troubleshooting domain connectivity and performance issues.
• Experience working with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds Orion.
• Significant experience with PowerShell, Ansible or Terraform/Packer for automation and scripted deployment of Windows resources, to include servers and workstations.
• WSUS knowledge and hands on expertise across various disconnected enclave environments.
• Significant experience with VMware technologies, to include recent releases of vSphere, VSAN, Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
• Working knowledge and/or understanding of cloud computing concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills needed to work in a small team dynamic and with mission partners, operational elements, other engineers and vendors.
• Quick learner, detail oriented and strong ownership of work product.
• Able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment that might be lacking documentation or the exact steps to troubleshoot.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• MCSE (desired)

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of varying degrees of complexity
• Perform maintenance and upgrade of the following computing environments: Windows Server 2022 and newer, Windows 11
• Must be well experienced with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and IIS
• Heavy emphasis on PowerShell scripting and configuration management through automation such as Ansible and Terraform/Packer
• Responsibility for engineering designs, development and implementation of domain policies, hardening and related procedures related to core infrastructure
• Responsible for performance and availability, providing appropriate access controls, hardware and software installation, as well as configuration and maintenance of all Windows-related technologies
• Perform Tier III analysis and troubleshooting of networked servers and workstations, LAN-based connectivity, security services and related infrastructure
• Maintain current knowledge and documentation of relevant technology
• Provide end-user support and issue resolution, as necessary form Tier I escalation
• Ability to effectively communicate issues and resolutions to all levels of the organization

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

IIS

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform/Packer

WSUS

VMware vSphere

VSAN

Horizon View

SolarWinds Orion

Job description

Job Title: Mission Windows Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the sponsors engineering branch. This position requires as seasoned, Tier II/Tier II systems engineer performing a wide variety of duties including installations, debugging, maintenance, upgrades, and general support of a niche network including both Linux and Windows environments. Apply sound engineering practices, good judgement and technical skills to achieve both short and long-term goals as established by client management. Be a proactive self-starter requiring minimal supervision who can monitor existing infrastructure, identify and coordinate implementation changes to address problems or engineering changes with little to no impact to the end users. This is a small team of experts that are jacks-of-all trades managing a bespoke network.

Be part of a department with an expanding range of programs focusing on Cyber Operations, where you get to grow on and between programs with peers who are dedicated to advancing national security. Participate in fun team outings and team building events where you get to engage with your co-workers and expand your career network. We are a fun, engaging environment with a management team focused on growing your career and making you a part of our future. We offer bonus compensation plans that demonstrate you being appreciated for working on the program and being a part of our team. You'll get paid for cyber events and training, such as our Capture the Flag Events, Internal Research and Development opportunities as well as prepaid courses to nationally recognized certification courses to grow your career. You can learn more about our program by accessing the landing page: VORPAL Jobs (caci.com)

Responsibilities:

• Analyze customer requirements and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of varying degrees of complexity
• Perform maintenance and upgrade of the following computing environments: Windows Server 2022 and newer, Windows 11
• Must be well experienced with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and IIS
• Heavy emphasis on PowerShell scripting and configuration management through automation such as Ansible and Terraform/Packer
• Responsibility for engineering designs, development and implementation of domain policies, hardening and related procedures related to core infrastructure
• Responsible for performance and availability, providing appropriate access controls, hardware and software installation, as well as configuration and maintenance of all Windows-related technologies
• Perform Tier III analysis and troubleshooting of networked servers and workstations, LAN-based connectivity, security services and related infrastructure
• Maintain current knowledge and documentation of relevant technology
• Provide end-user support and issue resolution, as necessary form Tier I escalation
• Ability to effectively communicate issues and resolutions to all levels of the organization

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree in related technical discipline OR equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• Minimum of 5+ years supporting mission networks
• Minimum of 7+ years of current experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments, including administration (Active Directory) and the management of group policy security configurations
• Experience with troubleshooting domain connectivity and performance issues
• Experience working with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds Orion
• Significant experience with PowerShell, Ansible or Terraform/Packer for automation and scripted deployment of Windows resources, to include servers and workstations
• Window Server Update Services (WSUS) knowledge and hands on expertise across various disconnected enclave environments
• Significant experience with VMware technologies, to include recent releases of vSphere, VSAN, Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
• Working knowledge and/or understanding of cloud computing concepts
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills needed to work in a small team dynamic and with mission partners, operational elements, other engineers and vendors
• Quick learner, detail oriented and strong ownership of work product
• Able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment that might be lacking documentation or the exact steps to troubleshoot
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Desired:

• Certification or equivalent experience to include, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

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