Senior Systems Engineer – Security, Automation & CloudOps

InvestedintheMission; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment in the United States seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to maintain secure client/server environments, drive automation, and ensure policy compliance. You will work with a small team handling complex systems while communicating clearly with end users and customers.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in the field, deep admin skills on Windows/Linux, and hands-on network experience with Cisco/Juniper/Arista. TS/SCI with poly is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Strong systems engineering and administration expertise.
• Deep understanding of security compliance frameworks and practices.
• Hands-on experience with networking devices (Cisco/Juniper/Arista).
• Proficiency in Windows and Linux administration.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerization.
• Experience with Active Directory, LDAP, Centrify, Group Policy, and core network services.
• Strong knowledge of security protocols, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent communication with escalation clarity and documentation.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance system integrity, performance, and security across critical client/server environments.
• Implement and manage system administration automation to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, policies, and best practices.
• Support and troubleshoot networking devices and infrastructure.
• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux systems.
• Manage identity and access services including Active Directory, LDAP, Centrify, and Group Policy.
• Support containerized environments and Kubernetes-based deployments.
• Oversee patching, vulnerability remediation, and security protocol enforcement.
• Collaborate with team members, users, and customers to resolve issues and deliver high-quality support.
• Escalate critical issues to management with clear communication and documentation.

Skills

Systems Engineering

System Administration

Security Compliance

Networking (Cisco/Juniper/Arista)

Windows/Linux Admin

Kubernetes

Active Directory/LDAP/Centrify/GP

Communication Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, CS/Engineering, Electrical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Job description

AeroVironment in the United States seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to maintain secure client/server environments, drive automation, and ensure policy compliance. You will work with a small team handling complex systems while communicating clearly with end users and customers.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in the field, deep admin skills on Windows/Linux, and hands-on network experience with Cisco/Juniper/Arista. TS/SCI with poly is required.