Sr. Systems Engineer

NextGenEnergyJobs; Vienna, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs seeks a technical professional in systems engineering and cyber security to design, build, configure, and maintain information systems. You will support Windows and Linux environments, collaborate in a DevOps setting, and assume leadership on projects while documenting technical work.

Candidates must hold a TS/SCI with CI Poly and bring expertise with NIST, RMF, and related US government security controls, along with hands-on security task experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of service-oriented IT experience
• Active USG TS SCI with CI Poly
• Experience with ICD 503, NIST 800-53r4/5, NIST 800-171R2, RMF, NISPOM 8, DAAPM 2.2

Responsibilities

• Design, build, configure, and maintain information systems
• Support Windows and Linux environments
• Lead assigned projects
• Create and maintain technical documentation

Skills

Systems engineering

Cyber security

DevOps

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

vSphere

Active Directory

IIS

Yum/Satellite

PowerCLI

Job description

Seeking a technical professional with strong credentials in Systems Engineering and Cyber Security.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise to design, build, configure, and maintain information systems
• Support systems engineering activities in Windows and Linux environments
• Make recommendations based on knowledge of customer requirements and industry best practices
• Collaborate with colleagues in a dynamic DevOps environment
• Assume lead on assigned projects
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Responsible for providing purchase justifications and project benefit analysis
• Forecasts costs for project related equipment and software

Requirements

• 5+ years of practical, service-oriented experience in the IT field
• Active USG TS SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph
• Have working knowledge and experience with ICD 503, NIST 800-53r4/5 controls, NIST 800-171R2, NIST Risk Management Framework, NISPOM Chapter 8, DCSA DAAPM 2.2
• Experience in performing a wide variety of security tasks to include vulnerability scanning, compliance audits, and IT security program management support activities
• Extensive experience with USG Assessment and Authorization process
• Ability to build environments utilizing Windows and Linux products
• Ability to resolve difficult technical issues including those across multiple operating systems
• Strong foundation using cyber security tools, applications, and enterprise-wide services such as, vSphere, Active Directory Administration, SSSD, IIS, Windows Firewall/ Firewalld, Certificate Authority, WSUS, Yum/Satellite
• Familiarity with network storage
• Experience evaluating the security controls of complex networks and systems
• Experience automating routine administrative tasks
• Capable of writing proposals, procedures, and technical documentation
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Team player who can also work independently and has the ability to thrive in an environment that changes often
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related STEM field
• Security Certification (such as Security+, CISSP)
• Technical certifications (such as RHEL or Microsoft)
• Some experience with Cisco IOS/NX-OS configuration
• Ability to program in an administrative language (Python, PowerShell, PowerCLI, and more)
• Understanding of Esri software including ArcGIS, ArcInfo, ArcView, and ArcSDE
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• Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
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