Systems Engineer

Ardent Principles, Inc; Herndon (AR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Principles, Inc. seeks a Systems Engineer onsite in Herndon, VA, to manage SAN operations, storage administration, and VMware environments. You will build Cisco SAN fabrics, zones and host groups, maintain Hitachi arrays, and administer MDS9000 hardware and DCMN software.

Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is required. The role focuses on securing mission-critical data infrastructure with Cisco/Brocade/NetApp storage, Hitachi HiCommand, and VMware expertise in a demanding, onsite

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
• Experience with SAN operations, zoning and host groups.
• VMware environments and storage systems administration.
• Onsite in Herndon, VA with strong security sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage Cisco SAN fabrics, zoning, and host groups.
• Maintain Hitachi arrays and administer Hitachi HiCommand software.
• Configure and manage MDS9000 series hardware and DCMN software.
• Work with Cisco Fibre Channel SAN administration and ISLs.
• Identify dual active paths to servers and storage arrays; monitor and patch as needed.
• Collaborate independently within a team to fulfill project goals.

Skills

SAN Operations

Storage Administration

VMware Environments

Cisco SAN Fabrics

Hitachi Storage & HiCommand

Tools

Hitachi HiCommand

MDS9000 hardware

DCMN software

Cisco ISLs

Job description

Systems Engineer

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Herndon, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $260,000 / year

Description

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Herndon, VA
We’re hiring a Systems Engineer experienced in SAN operations, storage administration, and VMware environments. You will build and manage Cisco SAN fabrics, configure zoning and host groups, maintain Hitachi arrays, and administer MDS9000‑series hardware and DCMN software.
Who We Are: We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well‑being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and
demonstrated experience in and/or with:

• Storage Area Networks (SAN) to include zoning and host groups.
• Hitachi Storage.
• Cisco Switches.
• Brocade and/or NetApp storage (EMC storage is translatable).
• VMWare.
• Monitoring, patching, and working with an ISSE to address security concerns.
• Hitachi HiCommand Software to include installation and configuration.
• Hitachi Array Hardware maintenance.
• Cisco Fiber Channel SAN Administrator.
• Ceating Cisco SAN fabrics and setting up/managing Cisco ISLs.
• Cisco DCMN software and MDS9000 series hardware.
• Able to determine and identify dual active paths to and from all servers and storage arrays.
• Working independently from a team.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and
demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

• Systems’ lifecycles.
• Working with the Sponsor’s multiple internal networks.
• Understanding of the Sponsor’s data center operations.
• Working with Mission Partners to identify and troubleshoot
  issues with physical IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of the Sponsor’s ticketing system for tracking changes and incident management.

What We Offer You

SCHEDULE: This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Herndon, VA during core hours.