Senior Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 97,968 - 120,750; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the USBICES-X Coalition Integration Lab, based at Langley AFB, Virginia. The role involves designing and maintaining operating systems and collaborating with cyber security teams for system integration.

The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of related experience and a TS/SCI clearance, with skills in VMware and adherence to DoD regulations. The position offers a competitive salary range of $97,968 – $120,750 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related systems engineering experience.
• Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II compliant.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, configures, and maintains operating systems.
• Collaborates with cyber security teams for system integration.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex technical issues.

Skills

Complex Systems Modeling

DISA STIG

VMware

LINUX

PowerShell

Python

Ansible

PowerCLI

F5 BIG-IP

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Windows Server

VMware

Microsoft SQL Server

IIS

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications: Skills: Complex Systems Modeling, DISA STIG, VMware

Certifications: None

Experience: 5+ years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

We are looking for a creative and driven professional to join the USBICES-X Coalition Integration Lab (CIL), supporting U.S. Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES‑X). The CIL provides a reliable resource to advance the Initial Operating Capability of NATO Joint Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance across a distributed, coalition‑shared data environment.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, configures, and maintains operating systems, hardware, and networks
• Collaborates with cyber security and network teams to ensure system integration
• Deploys, configures, and administers virtual machines within the vCenter infrastructure
• Reviews vulnerability scans and remediates systems
• Builds and maintains transient Active Directory domain environments for validation testing
• Plans and directs upgrades of operating systems and designs system enhancements
• Maintains baseline system images and VMware virtual machine templates
• Develops documentation on new or existing systems
• Determines system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility
• Diagnoses and resolves complex technical issues in hardware and software
• Implements warranty and support activities
• Serves as liaison with clients, participating in meetings to ensure client needs are met
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
• Participates in special projects as required

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of related systems engineering experience
• Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience
• Must have VMware experience
• Experience applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) required
• Experience with vendor relationship and cost estimation
• Previous experience administering Windows Server Domains
• DoW 8570.1 IAT Level II compliant

Preferred Qualifications

• LINUX experience
• High desired MS Windows Certification (MCSA/MCSE)
• VMWare Certification
• Microsoft SQL Server and IIS experience
• PowerShell, Python, Ansible, and PowerCLI experience
• F5 BIG‑IP experience
• Additional certifications may be required based on assignment

Salary Range

$97,968 – $120,750 (based on experience, location, and contractual requirements)

Location

USA – VA, Langley AFB (onsite work)

Hours & Travel

Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Travel required: less than 10%. Telecommuting options: none (onsite).

Equal Opportunity Employer.