Senior Systems Engineer (Top Secret)

Revolutional, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible schedules/teleworking

Holidays and PTO

Parental Leave

Professional development

Job summary

Revolutional, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to design, implement, and secure enterprise infrastructure at the Department of State. The role emphasizes Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization (VMware ESXi), automation with PowerShell and Python, and cloud adoption.

You will manage PKI, certificate lifecycles, and security controls (STIG/NIST) in a secure on-site environment, with <10% travel. This full-time position offers a salary of $150k–$180k DOE and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of server administration experience.
• Proficient in PowerShell for complex admin tasks and automation.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (ESXi/Hyper-V/KVM) including Horizon.
• VDI deployments and AD in production environments.
• SolarWinds for monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Own Windows Server/AD services across production enclaves for high availability.
• Design and manage enterprise virtualization platforms for efficiency.
• Automate deployment and configuration at scale using scripting.
• Architect PKI and manage certificate/TLS lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot network, identity, and application integration issues.
• Document runbooks, SOPs, and participate in change windows.
• Contribute to cloud strategy with AWS/Azure integration.
• Ensure compliance with STIG/RMF/NIST in secure environments.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

PowerShell

Python

VDI

Cloud adoption

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s in computer science or IT

Tools

VMware ESXi

Hyper-V

KVM

Horizon Remote Assistance

SolarWinds

Job description

Revolutional delivers advanced technology solutions and mission support to federal agencies across civilian, health, and national security environments. We apply modern capabilities, including AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT modernization to solve complex challenges, enable faster and more secure operations, and drive measurable mission outcomes.

We are redefining how federal technology gets built and delivered by operating with a product mindset, prioritizing speed, ownership, and execution over bureaucracy.

Description

Title: Senior Systems Engineer

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Terms: Full-time

Salary: 150k - 180k DOE

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility - Required

Travel: <10%

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Systems Engineer to manage, optimize, and secure critical enterprise infrastructure at the Dept of State in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on expert in Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies, with a strong focus on automation and cloud adoption. This role requires deep technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in a secure, on‑site environment.

What You’ll Do

• Own Windows Server/Active Directory (AD) Services (GPO, DNS/DHCP, OU design, patching, monitoring) across production enclaves, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Design, implement, and manage enterprise virtualization platforms, primarily using VMware ESXi, for maximum efficiency and resource utilization.
• Automate infrastructure deployment, configuration, and maintenance at scale using PowerShell and other scripting languages (e.g., Python), focusing on IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles.
• Architect, deploy, and manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solutions and oversee certificate/TLS lifecycle management across the enterprise.
• Perform complex, end-to-end troubleshooting of infrastructure issues, covering networking (TCP/IP, routing, load balancing), identity (Kerberos/LDAP), and application integration.
• Document runbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and change procedures; participate in scheduled change windows and on‑call rotation.
• Contribute to cloud strategy and migration efforts by providing technical expertise for AWS and/or Azure platform integration.
• Ensure systems adhere to stringent security requirements (e.g., STIG/RMF/NIST), especially within federal or classified environments.

What You Bring (Required Qualifications)

• Active Top Secret with SCI (active or cross‑over‑eligible).
• Bachelor’s in computer science, Information Technology, or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years Server administration
• Proficiency in PowerShell for complex administration, reporting, and automation.
• Extensive experience with virtualization platforms (ESXi, Hyper‑V, or KVM), including Horizon Remote Assistance.
• Experience with VDI deployments.
• Hands‑on experience with Solarwinds for enterprise IT infrastructure and environment monitoring.
• Experience with Active Directory in production environments.

We Value (Differentiators)

• Experience managing and configuring MS Exchange environments.
• Deep understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols) and experience with load balancers (e.g., F5/NetScaler).
• Proven experience in designing and managing PKI and handling the entire certificate lifecycle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to document complex systems.
• Background in AWS and/or Azure infrastructure, services, and best practices.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and tools for federal/classified environments (STIG, RMF, NIST).
• Experience with enterprise monitoring solutions (e.g., SCOM, Splunk, health sets) is a plus.
• Exposure to Microsoft 365 (M365) technologies, including Hybrid/M365 touchpoints (e.g., Modern Auth, EOP/Defender).

Here at Revolutional we are pleased to have been repeatedly recognized for our outstanding work culture, the innovative work we do, and the employees on our team who are making a difference each day. Some of these recognitions include:

• Recognized as a Top 20 “Best Place to Work in Virginia”
• Recipient of Department of Labor’s HireVets Gold Medallion
• Great Place to Work Certification for five years running
• A Virginia Chamber of Commerce Fantastic 50 company
• A Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 company
• Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for eleven years
• Two‑time SBA SBIR Tibbett’s Award winner
• Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certification

We recognize that every bit of our success is the result of our teams of hard‑working, motivated, and innovative professionals who are proud to call themselves part of the Revolutional family! In addition to competitive compensation, a family‑focused culture, and a dynamic, productive work environment, we offer all full‑time employees a variety of benefits including, but not limited to

• Traditional and HSA‑ eligible medical insurance plans
• 100% employer‑paid dental and vision insurance options
• 100% employer‑sponsored STD, LTD, and life insurance
• 5% 401(k) company matching
• Flexible‑schedules and teleworking options
• Paid holidays and PTO Accrual Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Team and company‑wide events, recognition, and appreciation– and so much more!

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Revolutional is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics. Revolutional_does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.To perform the above job successfully, an individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed; meet the education and work experience required; and must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Other duties in addition to those listed may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable an applicant with a disability to successfully apply for and/or perform the essential duties of the job. If you are in need of an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]_

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