Systems Engineer

Talentify; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Professional development support

Health membership reimbursement

Job summary

MAXISIQ seeks a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong focus on Linux-based systems and Splunk to support operations in Quantico, VA. Candidates with a Top-Secret clearance and CI poly are preferred, with CI poly required after hire.

Responsibilities include enterprise system support, AD/LDAP, DNS, and disaster recovery planning, along with collaboration on design, testing, and delivery activities. 6+ years of related experience expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related engineering experience.
• Hands-on Windows Server and virtualization: VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen.
• Experience with Windows GPOs and Domain structures.
• Enterprise Linux administration and DISA STIG experience.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide enterprise virtualization environment support and maintain Windows/Linux workstations and servers.
• Maintain Splunk and Enterprise Security, validate inputs and dashboards.
• Implement and manage Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, and SSO services.
• Contribute to design, testing, and delivery activities with stakeholders.
• Plan and implement disaster recovery and patch management.
• Mentor junior staff and support program leadership.

Skills

Problem solving

Strong communicator

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Proxmox

KVM

Xen

Windows Server

Job description

Company Description

Since 2006, MAXISIQ has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join MAXISIQ, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.

Job Description

MAXISIQ is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer, with an emphasis in Linux-based systems and Splunk, but optimally with experience in a variety of other operating systems and platforms to support team operations in Quantico, VA. Candidates with a minimum Top-Secret clearance need only apply. CI poly will be administered upon hiring.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing enterprise virtualized environment support by providing high-end engineering; support Windows, and Linux workstations and Server-based services; and deployment and maintenance of systems supporting our customers
• Maintaining Splunk with Enterprise Security, keeping up to date and healthy, validating data inputs and dashboard creation and maintenance. (Preferred but not required)
• Providing Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, Smart Card/PIV, Single Sign On, and other enterprise services
• Providing input to key project decisions with regard to success criteria for system requirements, design, testing methods, and delivery activities
• Actively communicating with key program stakeholders regarding status of activities and potential recommendations for improvement regarding the customer's network and systems
• Problem solving and troubleshooting issues within the deployed systems
• Planning, designing, developing and recommending enhancements and modifications to existing systems as well as any new systems scheduled for development
• Supporting management activities to include patch management and backups across deployed systems
• Serving as key point of contact with regard to developing, recommending, implementing and testing disaster recovery plans

Mentoring junior staff to proactively diagnose and resolve complex problems

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Or equivalent experience)

Security Clearance:

• Top Secret with CI Poly requirement after hire

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years related experience
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems in addition to virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen
• Hands-on Windows based engineering: designing, building and troubleshooting experience
• Experience applying and working with Windows Group Policy Objectives (GPOs)
• Experience working with Windows Domain structures
• Experience with DNS, DHCP, Certificate Authorities
• Experience administering Linux in an enterprise
• Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems
• Systems integration and troubleshooting experience
• Build and configuration management experience to include Patch Management experience
• DISA STIG implementation experience
• Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps
• Knowledgeable about Cloud Technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP
• Creative problem solving
• Ability to remain on task - self-motivated and a strong communicator

Preferred Experience:

• Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering preferred: design, build and troubleshoot
• Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers

Additional Information

Benefits of Joining Our Ranks

• Competitive salary commensurate with your cyber warfare experience
• Employer-subsidized health insurance
• 401k match to secure your future
• Generous paid time off for R&R
• Time off for volunteering missions
• Health membership reimbursement to keep you in top form
• Support for professional development and advanced training

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #CJ

At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.