System Engineer, Level 6 with Security Clearance

Independent Software; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Training and certification

Job summary

Independent Software is seeking a Level 6 System Engineer to provide senior-level systems engineering leadership for complex laboratory environments and mission systems. You will coordinate lab activities, infrastructure, hardware, software, networking, RF systems, and facility requirements to keep capabilities operational and mission ready.

The role requires broad technical knowledge across enterprise IT, RF and networking infrastructure, virtualization, Linux environments, and secure facility

Qualifications

• Extensive systems engineering experience in complex environments.
• Experience coordinating labs, integration, or testing environments.
• Strong hardware knowledge: servers, networking gear, racks, storage.
• Knowledge of RF systems, timing, GPS.
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat/CentOS), virtualization.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory space, activities, resources, and technical infrastructure.
• Develop space utilization plans, diagrams, milestone schedules, and staging-area schedules.
• Coordinate installation, configuration, and integration of servers, networking equipment, RF equipment, racks, switches, modems, digitizers, receivers, and related hardware.
• Maintain and update LAN, wiring, rack elevation, power, and other technical diagrams.
• Support RF configurations, GPS and timing systems, fiber‑optic connections, and connectivity between facilities.
• Support Linux and virtualized environments, including Red Hat, CentOS, Kubernetes, and virtual machines.
• Support storage and infrastructure technologies, including NetApp.
• Coordinate equipment inventory, barcoding, shipping/receiving, and hardware placement.
• Support secure lab requirements, system security activities, and applicable security documentation.
• Coordinate EMI testing and other technical testing activities.
• Monitor laboratory safety, cleanliness, space utilization, and infrastructure requirements.
• Provide senior technical leadership and coordinate engineering activities across mission teams.
• Must be available to work during the core hours of 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Skills

Systems engineering

Lab coordination

Hardware knowledge

RF systems

Linux environments

Kubernetes

Virtualization

Networking

Security documentation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Twenty years systems engineering experience

Tools

Red Hat Linux

CentOS

Kubernetes

Virtual machines

Networking equipment

NetApp storage

VPNs

Job description

Who are we? Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives. Why Independent Software? We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because "that’s the way we’ve always done things"; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission. We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software:

• Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
• You are not just a job title. That’s why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It’s not about being billable, it’s about being valuable.
• Whether you’re working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker’s.
• We’re constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you’ve always got the right tools at your disposal.
• As we’ve grown, we’ve retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open-door policy, we actually mean it.
• Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we’ll listen.
• Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
• The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you’re helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
• We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
• We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company Sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
• Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
• A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
• Paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars.
• We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it’s here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you’re at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

System Engineer, Level 6 Annapolis Junction, MD Full Time Systems Engineering Experienced

What You Will Do:

• As a Level 6 Systems Engineer, you will provide senior-level systems engineering and technical leadership supporting complex laboratory environments and mission systems. You will manage and coordinate lab activities, infrastructure, hardware, software, networking, RF systems, and facility requirements to ensure laboratory capabilities remain operational, secure, organized, and mission ready. This role requires broad technical knowledge across enterprise IT, RF and networking infrastructure, virtualization, Linux environments, and secure facility operations, along with the ability to coordinate technical activities across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate laboratory space, activities, resources, and technical infrastructure
• Develop and maintain lab space utilization plans, diagrams, milestone schedules, and staging-area schedules
• Coordinate installation, configuration, and integration of servers, networking equipment, RF equipment, racks, switches, modems, digitizers, receivers, and related hardware
• Maintain and update LAN, wiring, rack elevation, power, and other technical diagrams
• Support RF configurations, GPS and timing systems, fiber‑optic connections, and connectivity between facilities
• Support Linux and virtualized environments, including Red Hat, CentOS, Kubernetes, and virtual machines
• Support storage and infrastructure technologies, including NetApp
• Coordinate equipment inventory, barcoding, shipping/receiving, and hardware placement
• Support secure lab requirements, system security activities, and applicable security documentation
• Coordinate EMI testing and other technical testing activities
• Monitor laboratory safety, cleanliness, space utilization, and infrastructure requirements
• Provide senior technical leadership and coordinate engineering activities across mission teams
• Must be available to work during the core hours of 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Required Skills And Qualifications:

• Extensive Systems Engineering experience supporting complex technical environments
• Experience managing or coordinating laboratory, integration, test, or similar technical environments
• Strong hardware knowledge, including servers, networking equipment, racks, switches, storage, and related infrastructure
• Knowledge of RF systems and components, including RF equipment, switches, modems, digitizers, receivers, timing, and GPS
• Experience with Linux environments, including Red Hat and/or CentOS
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, virtualization, and virtual machines
• Knowledge of networking, fiber‑optic connectivity, VPNs, LAN infrastructure, and technical wiring
• Experience developing or maintaining technical diagrams, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, or infrastructure documentation
• Knowledge of secure system and facility requirements
• Strong organizational, coordination, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Education And Experience:

• Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or related discipline from an accredited college or university and twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience.
  • High School Diploma or GED and twenty‑four (24) years of Systems Engineering experience.
  • Qualified Engineering Fields include, but are not limited to: Aeronautical, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Management.
  • Related disciplines include, but are not limited to: Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or similar technical fields.
• Qualified Engineering Fields include, but are not limited to: Aeronautical, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Management.
• Related disciplines include, but are not limited to: Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or similar technical fields.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Why Choose Independent Software:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close‑knit, employee‑first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work‑life balance

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.