Systems Engineer

SAIC; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The SAIC Air Force, Space & Intelligence Business Group seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to support JCSE modernization at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. You will lead design, documentation, and security control implementation across physical and logical architectures, interfacing with Government stakeholders and JCSE teams.

You will assess technologies, produce COAs, maintain artifacts, and ensure CM and security requirements are met, including on-call readiness and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• BS degree + 10+ years of experience, or equivalent experience.
• DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• IAT Level II certifications: Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP.
• CE certification in networking/defense or related areas (Splunk, Cisco, McAfee, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2016.
• Experience with Azure or AWS Cloud Environments.
• Experience with Linux and production environments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; on-call capable.
• Excellent written and oral communication; LDAP, Kerberos, AD knowledge.
• Storage systems knowledge (SAN/NAS).
• Desirable: MCP, CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+, AWS, Azure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous technology assessments and market surveys to identify COTS and GOTS solutions applicable to JCSE modernization requirements.
• Conduct Analyses of Alternatives (AoA) evaluating security posture, SWaP, and edge suitability; document trade-offs.
• Develop and present Design COAs to the Government; document analyses and recommendations.
• Develop and document both Physical and Logical Architecture Diagrams; define interfaces and responsibilities.
• Maintain design docs in a Government-approved repo; update per CM process.
• Coordinate with JCSE Modernization leads to align designs with concepts and mission needs.
• Develop and maintain design documentation for all systems within scope.
• Produce and manage ICDs for integration points between JCSE systems and external interfaces.
• Update design docs and interface specs for approved changes.
• Ensure artifacts are version-controlled in the approved CM tool.
• Implement security controls IAW NIST, DODI 8500.01/8510.01, and USTRANSCOM/JCSE guidance.
• Assess and document security control implementation at sprint boundaries and MVP gates.
• Deliver and integrate NetSecOps platforms; prioritize enterprise tools over custom development.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise to support integration and validation within the JCSE lab.

Skills

DoD Secret clearance

Security+ CE

CCNA-Security

CySA+

GICSP

GSEC

CND

SSCP

Windows Server 2012/2016

Azure

AWS

Linux

LDAP

Kerberos

Active Directory

SAN/NAS storage

On-call readiness

Production environments

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk

Cisco

McAfee

Job description

Description

The Air Force, Space & Intelligence Business Group of SAIC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineerto support the Modernization Division of the Joint Communication Support Element (JCSE) at MacDill Air Force Base (MAFB) in Tampa, Florida. SAIC provides strategic, technical, and program management guidance and support services to facilitate the operations and modernization of the combatant command’s infrastructure, systems, and applications.

The successful candidate works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently; oversees the efforts of less senior staff and/or is responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous technology assessments and market surveys to identify COTS and GOTS solutions applicable to JCSE modernization requirements.
• Conduct Analyses of Alternatives (AoA) that evaluate candidate systems for security posture, SWaP advantages, and operational suitability at the tactical edge, documenting trade‑off analyses and recommendations.
• Develop and present Design COAs to the Government for review and selection, documenting trade‑off analyses and recommendations.
• Develop and document both Physical Infrastructure Architecture Diagrams and Logical Software Architecture Diagrams that satisfy validated requirements. Diagrams shall define each interface’s distant‑end connection, delineate the contractor’s and Government’s respective points of responsibility, and support continuous feedback between the contractor and JCSE. Integration points shall be captured in Interface Control Documents.
• Maintain design documentation in a Government‑approved repository and update it IAW the configuration management process.
• Coordinate with JCSE Modernization Division leads to ensure functional designs align with operational concepts and mission requirements
• Develop and maintain physical and logical design documentation for all systems within scope.
• Produce and manage ICDs or equivalent interface specifications for all integration points between JCSE systems and external interfaces.
• Update design documentation and interface specifications of any approved design change.
• Ensure all design artifacts are version‑controlled and maintained in the Government‑approved configuration management tool.
• Implement security controls IAW applicable NIST publications, DODI 8500.01, DODI 8510.01, and USTRANSCOM/JCSE guidance.
• Assess and document security control implementation at each sprint boundary and MVP release gate.
• Deliver and integrate NetSecOps platforms as directed by the Government, prioritizing configuration of existing enterprise tools over custom development.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise to support the integration and validation of new capabilities within the JCSE laboratory environment.

This position is Monday through Friday, normal business hours. However, employee may be required to provide after-hours and weekend support during planned or emergency events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A BS + Ten (10) years or more experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• One of these IAT Level II certifications: CompTIA Security + CE, CECCNA‑Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP.
• A Computing Environment (CE) certification or certificate for the technical area of responsibility in either Network support/defense (e.g., Splunk, Cisco, McAfee, etc.) OR (e.g., Microsoft, Linux, Solaris, etc.).
• Must possess competencies in installation, service design, and support in an environment that uses Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2016.
• Experience with Azure or AWS Cloud Environments.
• Experience with Linux.
• Experience with production environments.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be available to participate in on‑call work on a reoccurring basis.
• Solid troubleshooting skills and demonstrated ability of end‑to‑end problem management and ownership.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of authentication functions and protocols such as LDAP, Kerberos, and Active Directory.
• Conceptual knowledge of Storage systems (SAN/NAS).
• Any of the following IT certifications are also desirable for this position: MCP, CompTIA A+ / Network+ / Security+, AWS, Azure.

Desired Qualifications

• MA/MS.
• DoD TS/SCI clearance.
• ITILv4 Foundations certification.
• One of the IAM Level II certifications: CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, HCISPP.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.