Senior Systems Engineer

The Solutions Group Llc; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 182,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ample PTO

Medical plans

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

Collaborative culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accommodations on request

Job summary

Intelliforce is seeking a Systems Engineer to analyze complex information within SIGINT and cybersecurity systems, turning findings into operational value. You will work with experts and mission partners to move the CNO mission forward using tools, analysis, and adaptive tradecraft.

The role emphasizes investigative, hands-on work with direct mission outcomes. This position offers opportunities to develop new techniques and collaborate across operators, analysts, and partners in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph, active
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen, no visa sponsorship
• 12 years with a Bachelor's or 10 years with a Master's
• Four additional years substitutable for a Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth target analysis and research
• Develop exploitation techniques and concepts of operation
• Collaborate with operators and partners to analyze intelligence information
• Adapt quickly to new information and changing conditions
• Provide technical assistance across technologies

Skills

Network mapping

Vulnerability analysis

Exploitation methods

TCP/IP and DNS

SSL concepts

Python scripting

Jupyter Notebooks

Linux/Windows OS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

XKS

DX

Job description

At Intelliforce, this work sits at the intersection of analytic insight and technical precision. In this role, you will help uncover and understand information within SIGINT and cybersecurity systems to support the exploitation of digital networks. You will work alongside technical experts and mission partners to turn complex information into operational value, using specialized tools, sharp analysis, and adaptive tradecraft to move the CNO mission forward.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

This role is built for someone who likes hard problems, fast pivots, and technical work with immediate mission relevance. You will conduct deep target analysis, develop new exploitation techniques, and help solve bespoke challenges across a range of technologies and network environments. The work is investigative, hands‑on, and closely tied to mission outcomes, with direct collaboration across operators, analysts, and partners.

Here’s What Your Day-to-Day Could Include

• Conduct in-depth target analysis and research
• Develop innovative tradecraft, exploitation techniques, and concepts of operation
• Work closely with operators and partners to analyze and process intelligence information
• Adapt quickly to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
• Identify bespoke problems and provide technical assistance across a variety of technologies

Minimum Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph, must be active. We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas
• 12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree
• Or 10 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree
• Four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree

Required Skills

• Experience with mapping physical and logical target networks and identifying vulnerabilities
• Ability to identify and communicate computer and telecommunications network elements
• Knowledge of computer security principles, vulnerability analysis, and exploitation methods
• Deep knowledge of the concepts, principles, and methods for network connectivity, such as TCP/IP, DNS, and SSL
• Understanding of the methods, strategies, and techniques related to target development

Desired Skills

• Prior CNO experience
• Relevant experience in information security, network design, programming, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, and or computer forensics
• Experience with Jupyter Notebooks and Python scripting
• Hands‑on experience with XKS, DX, and other internal tradecraft
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems architecture
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail

Compensation Range: $182,000.00 - $233,000.00

*The salary range provided reflects an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s background and suitability for the role. Please note that this range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility.

Why Intelliforce?

Because you matter—your work, your growth, and your well‑being.

At Intelliforce, we don’t just push the boundaries of technology—we partner with some of the most mission‑driven teams in defense and beyond to solve challenges that truly matter. As a Systems Engineer here, you won’t just contribute to projects—you’ll help shape outcomes that make a real‑world impact.

We also know that great work starts with a great environment. That’s why we invest in you:

Ample PTO

to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.

Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.

Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.

Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.

A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

Equal Opportunity Matters
Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Need accommodations during the application process?
We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at [e-mail] with your specific request.