Systems Architect - Data Center & Classified IT (TS/SCI)

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 76,700 - 145,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University seeks a Systems Architect for the Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation Division. This role involves designing and maintaining IT infrastructure and ensuring secure integration of multiple platforms.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and possess significant experience (6–8+ years). A U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance are mandatory.

A competitive salary range of $76,700–$145,700 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including medical, retirement plans, and tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of relevant experience depending on career level.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Data Center and IT/Software Engineering Laboratory requirements.
• Develop information technology system architecture for platform integration.
• Determine system specifications and document input/output processes.
• Design and maintain network infrastructure including routers and switches.
• Implement hardening requirements on systems.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and develop solutions.

Skills

Data center, engineering, or test laboratory design and implementation

Enterprise-level IT assets (Dell servers, Cisco architecture)

Classified DOD systems and security accreditation

Authentication principles (federated and multi-factor)

IPv4 networks and encryption practices

Virtualization technologies (Kubernetes, VMware)

Red Hat Enterprise Linux management

Windows 10/11/Server management

Active TS/SCI security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University seeks a Systems Architect for the Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation Division. This role involves designing and maintaining IT infrastructure and ensuring secure integration of multiple platforms.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and possess significant experience (6–8+ years). A U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance are mandatory.

A competitive salary range of $76,700–$145,700 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including medical, retirement plans, and tuition discounts.