Systems Engineer

Chugach Alaska Corporation; Quantico (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Chugach Government Solutions is hiring a Systems Engineer with Splunk experience to support NIWC in Quantico, VA. The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows and RHEL environments, monitoring with SIEM tools, and supporting virtualization and VDI deployments.

Responsibilities include configuring core IT services, backups, and security logging, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering or similar preferred
• 2+ years of experience with Splunk
• 4+ years of relevant hands-on system administration in enterprise environments (Windows, RHEL, VMware)
• Minimum DoD 8570.01 IAT II certification or successor
• Strong cybersecurity fundamentals including ports/protocols, firewalls, and DoD awareness
• Exposure to SIEM tools (Splunk, Elastic, or others) with interest in log analysis and security monitoring
• Familiarity with STIG/ACAS requirements and compliance processes
• U.S. citizenship; ability to pass background check and drug test

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, deployment and maintenance of Windows and RHEL enterprise solutions
• Assist with monitoring and configuration of SIEM tools like Splunk
• Configure and maintain core IT services (DNS, DHCP, SAN, SQL, Active Directory, Group Policy)
• Support VMware environment tasks, including creating and managing virtual machines
• Participate in provisioning and deployment of workstation images in VDI environments
• Troubleshoot basic system issues, escalate complex problems to senior staff
• Apply security configurations and maintain system logging
• Schedule and monitor system backups and data recovery operations
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to team improvements

Skills

Splunk

Windows

RHEL

VMware

SIEM

DoD 8570 IAT II

Background check

US Citizenship

Education

B.S. in IT / Cybersecurity / Engineering

Tools

Active Directory

SQL

STIG/ACAS

Job description

Position Location

This is a hybrid position based in Quantico, VA. Travel may be required to customer sites.

Job Overview

Chugach Government Solutions is now hiring a Systems Engineer with Splunk experience to join our team supporting our Naval Information Warfare Command (NIWC) customer and team out of Quantico, VA. The Systems Engineer will provide technical support in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise IT systems across Windows and RHEL environments. Assists with core infrastructure services, virtualization, and VDI deployments while supporting system monitoring, security configurations, and backup operations. Troubleshoots basic issues, escalates complex problems, and contributes to documentation and continuous improvement of IT processes.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties:

• Assist with the installation, deployment and maintenance of Windows and RHEL enterprise solutions/software
• Assist with monitoring and configuration of SIEM tools like Splunk
• Assist in configuring and maintaining core IT services such as DNS, DHCP, SAN, SQL Databases, Active Directory and Group Policy
• Support VMware environment tasks, including creating and managing virtual machines
• Participates in the provisioning and deployment of workstation images in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments
• Troubleshoot basic system and application issues, escalating complex problems to senior staff
• Assist in applying security configurations and maintaining system logging
• Schedule, perform, and monitor system backups, and when necessary, perform data recovery operations
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to team discussions on solutions and improvements

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to manage time well to meet assigned milestones
• Strong communications skills and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job Requirements

Mandatory:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or B.A. in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering or similar preferred
• 2+ years of experience with Splunk
• 4+ years of relevant hands‑on experience in system administration in enterprise environments (e.g., Windows, RHEL, VMware)
• Minimum certification as IAT Level II per DoD 8570.01, or successor
• Strong familiarity with cybersecurity principles including ports/protocols, firewall basics, and general DoD cybersecurity awareness
• Exposure to SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, or others), with an interest in log analysis and security monitoring
• Basic understanding of Defense Information Systems Agency published Security Technical Information Guidance (STIG) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) requirements and compliance processes
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre‑employment background check and pre‑hire drug test
• U.S. citizenship; clearance required

Working Conditions

• This position reports hybrid onsite at our VA location and has potential for teleworking 1-2 days per week.
• Must be located within driving distance of Quantico, VA for commuting.
• Travel may be required to customer sites, to include Charleston, SC.

Physical Requirements

• This role is largely sedentary.

Disclosures

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email [e-mail].

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.