Senior Systems Engineer

Amentum; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer in Fort Meade, MD. You’ll contribute to mission-critical projects that impact national security. Key responsibilities involve system design, and management of enterprise-level operations.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with VMware ESXi, Nutanix setups, and a background in a DoD environment. The position offers a salary range of $180,000 - $230,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with deploying and configuring Nutanix AHV, AOS, and Prism.
• Experience in a DoD classified environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify appropriate solutions based on system requirements.
• Manage workload during Agile sprints.
• Assist with the design and implementation of system configurations.

Skills

Windows Server 2022‑2025

Active Directory

Nutanix AHV

VMware ESXi

Cisco UCS Computing Servers

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Splunk Enterprise

Microsoft SQL Server

VEEAM

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Purpose and Impact: Are you interested in using your skills to help shape the Cyber, Security, & Internet space? If so, look no further. Amentum is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team of passionate individuals in Ft. Meade, MD. In this role you will support challenging, mission-critical projects that make a direct impact on the Nation’s security and intelligence mission. In support of DISA, the Intel and Cyber Division is assembling a team to support a program that provides critical IT capabilities to the Department of Defense. We are committed to recruiting and retaining this team for prototype development, test, and demonstration, as well as making this team available longer term for integration, deployment and sustainment as needed. Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assess and identify appropriate solutions based on system requirements
• Contribute to system design, development, and engineering tasks
• Manage and track workload during Agile sprints using JIRA and Confluence tools
• Produce system architecture design documentation and contribute to integration planning
• Deploy enterprise-level virtual environment software and management suites (VMware ESXi and Nutanix AHV hypervisors)
• Assist with the design and implementation of system configurations with an overall goal of highly adaptable, scalable, and resilient services in a global system deployment
• Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools
• Deliver and integrate new technical solutions and provide advice and recommendations to government customers
• Perform system and software updates to enhance performance
• Develop and implement solutions across a wide range of technologies
• Implement and maintain Government standards for system security
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

Employee will work in a SCIF on a daily basis. Employee may also be required to work in a datacenter environment for specified periods of time.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Experience with Windows Server 2022‑2025, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and WSUS
• Experience with PKI including managing Certificate Authorities and issuing certificates
• Experience deploying and configuring Nutanix AHV, AOS, and Prism
• Experience installing, configuring, and managing VMware ESXi, vCenter, VCP 7.X. & 8.X
• Experience implementing and managing Cisco UCS Computing Servers, Hyperflex solutions, and Intersight
• Experience administering, managing, and patching Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers
• Experience working in a DoD classified environment
• Demonstrated experience implementing security requirements associated with DoD enterprise systems
• Experience deploying, configuring, and managing Splunk Enterprise
• Experience deploying, configuring, and managing Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2022 and newer
• Experience with backup systems such as VEEAM, Acronis, etc.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies, STIGs, and RMF processes
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint
• Experience briefing high‑level as well as detailed system capabilities and operational concerns and considerations to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Clearance Required

• Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related field, or an additional five (5) years of Systems Engineering experience.

Minimum Years of Experience

8 (eight) years of related systems engineering, architecture design, and systems integration experience.

Required Certifications

• DoD 8570.01-M IAT-II baseline certification requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or Systems Engineering
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and Jira/Confluence tools
• Familiarity with Intelligence Community systems
• VMware certification VCP 7.x/8.x
• Experience with Infoblox
• Experience with Commvault 11.x
• Experience with Red Hat Satellite or Ansible
• Experience with Trellix Endpoint Security, ePO, and Agent Handlers
• Experience with RSA SecurID
• Experience with ACAS (Tenable Security Center, Nessus Scanners, and Nessus agents)
• Familiarity with ITILv4
• Experience with PostgreSQL
• Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2016 or newer
• Experience developing IT checklists, SOPs, guides, etc.

Compensation Details

$180,000 - $230,000

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.