Senior Systems Engineer

Sosi1; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSI is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Honolulu to shape C2 IT solutions at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam. You will support over 5,000 users across the Pacific, lead enterprise infrastructure and private cloud initiatives, and ensure compliance with Zero Trust and data-centric security principles.

You will collaborate with senior DoD personnel and deliver executive briefings. The role emphasizes complex project leadership, mentorship of operations staff, and 24/7 readiness to support

Qualifications

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT/Info Systems/Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or similar with 5+ years of relevant experience (or 9+ years in enterprise DoD environments).
• DoD 8570 IAT-II compliant certifications (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA, CND, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
• Experience with Windows or Linux enterprise services (Exchange, Active Directory, DNS/BIND, DHCP, SQL).
• Ability to obtain DoD secure system certifications and work in classified environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess, design, and roadmap ZTA solutions.
• Assess and roadmap Data Centric Security implementations.
• Provide technical recommendations and briefings to leadership.
• Lead complex projects, upgrades, and integrations for Enterprise capabilities.
• Mentor Systems Operations staff on administration best practices.

Skills

Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Info Systems/Cyber Security/Computer Engineering

Tools

Exchange

Active Directory

DNS/BIND

DHCP

SQL

Job description

Overview

Empower Mission Success in the Pacific: Join SOSi as a Systems Engineer in Honolulu! SOSi is on the hunt for a forward-thinking Senior Systems Engineer to help shape the future of Command and Control (C2) IT solutions at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam . You'll be part of a high-impact team supporting over 5,000 users across the Pacific theater , solving complex technical challenges that drive mission-critical operations. In this role, you'll lead the charge in developing and maintaining a robust enterprise infrastructure and private cloud platform. You'll collaborate with senior DoD personnel, deliver executive-level briefings, and ensure compliance with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and Data Centric Security Principles . If you're ready to innovate at the edge of defense technology and make a real-world impact, this is your moment!

Essential Job Duties

• Assess, design, and roadmap development for the implementation or integration of ZTA solutions.
• Assess, design, and roadmap development for the implementation or integration of Data Centric Security solutions.
• Contribute, provide technical recommendations, and attend briefings or information sharing forums, with our customer and the leadership, in support of ZTA initiatives and new capabilities.
• Interact with vendors, other agencies, and Coalition Partners on behalf of the program.
• Lead complex technical projects including upgrades, system integrations, and other installations in support of existing Enterprise capabilities.
• Provide mentorship for Systems Operations personnel in administration principles and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant hardware and software applications as assigned.
• Reviews work efforts/implementations and contributes to analysis, After-Action-Reports (AAR). Regularly collects and summarizes pertinent network-related accomplishments, issues, and concerns. Completes activity reports in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensures compliance of custody and ownership of Government equipment and related components.
• Participates in related solution technologies and special projects, as required.
• Interface with team leads and team members to collect, develop, document, and submit status updates via a Weekly Activity Report (WAR).

Minimum Requirements

• An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI Eligibility and US Passport.
• Bachelors degree in IT, Information Systems, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or similar and 5+ years of experience, or 9+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems engineering and operations involving complex classified DoD environments and mandatory security controls (e.g., "STIGs").
• 5+ years implementation and support in server administration. Extensive experience with Microsoft or Linux enterprise services portfolio (Exchange, Active Directory, DNS/BIND, DHCP, SQL, etc).
• DoD 8570 IAT-II compliant (Security+ CE, CCNA, CND, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Server Administration (Microsoft or Linux+) certification at hire.
• Obtain Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) within 6 months.
• Prior experience in implementing and supporting DoD secure systems environments.
• Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (Nutanix preferred).
• Experience with NSA CSfC requirements including Multi-Site Connectivity Capability Package (MSCCP) and Mobile Access Capability Package (MACP).
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and/or DISA Trusted Network Environment (TNE).
• Customer-service oriented with a willingness to participate and assist.
• Able to follow instructions and work both independently and in a (distributed) team environment.
• Team-player and able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Attention to detail. Excellent planning and time-management skills.
• Able to support 24/7 operations (including support to exercises), when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) certification.
• Additional IT certifications in relevant technology platform (e.g., "Network+", "Citrix", "Dell", "HPE/Aruba", "ITIL", "Juniper", "Microsoft", "Nutanix", "Palo Alto", "VMware").
• Experience with Forcepoint/Everfox Trusted Thin Clinent.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA).
• Familiarity with VDI/Virtual Environments and solutions (VMware Horizon, Citrix VDI).
• Familiarity with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI), Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and C2 applications.
• Experience in ITIL framework and best practices (e.g., Change Management, Configuration Management, Capacity Planning).
• Experience using Help Desk software (e.g., "Jira", "Remedy", "ServiceNow").

Work Environment

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• May require foreign travel and site visits.
• May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or we