Systems Engineer

Medium; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee healthcare & dental

Paid parental leave

401k with matching

Escalating vacation time

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development training

Free beverages and snacks

Weekly catered lunches

Job summary

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi) is seeking a Systems Engineer to lead secure, mission-critical systems administration for DoD and IC environments in a high-tempo setting.

You will implement automation, patching, and hardening per STIGs, collaborate with cybersecurity and development teams, and support continuity and incident response across Linux, Windows, and virtualization platforms. Active TS clearance with SCI access is required, US Citizenship is mandatory, and candidates should have DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP+, CISSP).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS) and Windows Server platform system administration.
• Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM) and management tools.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with STIG compliance, system hardening, ACAS scans, and RMF processes.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking, identity/access management, and storage concepts.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, document, and lead systems-related projects independently.
• Experience supporting IC or DoD classified environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of Linux and Windows systems in secure, mission-critical environments.
• Provide Tier II/III technical support, resolving hardware, software, and user issues through ticket closure.
• Manage server, storage, and virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM).
• Install, configure, harden, and patch systems in compliance with DoD STIGs and security policies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and perform root cause analysis.
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations.
• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and related tools.
• Maintain system documentation, configuration baselines, and CM/RM artifacts.
• Lead system modernization, deployments, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Partner with cybersecurity, network, and development teams to ensure secure, reliable operations.
• Support security audits, incident response, and operational readiness.

Skills

Linux administration

Windows administration

Automation & scripting

Security & STIGs

DoD 8570 IAT II/III

Cloud platforms familiarity

IC/DoD experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related discipline

Master’s with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience

Tools

VMware

KVM

Job description

Reinventing Geospatial (RGi) is a leading expert in geospatial solutions for Defense, Intelligence, and Federal clients. We enhance situational awareness for soldiers and analysts by integrating software development with geospatial intelligence. Our projects range from data collection to advanced deep learning, leveraging tools like Python, Java, and ArcGIS.

We don't just fill roles we build teams of high performers and leaders who make an immediate impact. At our core, we're driven by innovation and powered by people who work at the intersection of passion and performance. Here, you'll collaborate with bold thinkers, leverage cutting edge technology, and tackle meaningful challenges from day one.

Our culture is defined and anchored by three pillars:

Energy: We bring passion, purpose, and urgency to our work.

Edge: We take initiative, embrace growth, and step outside our comfort zone.

Execution: We get things done smartly, decisively, and with real results.

If you're the kind of person who leads with initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to create real impact, we want you on our team.

Clearance:

Active Top Secret clearance with an ability to obtain SCI access and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph

US Citizenship Required

As a Systems Engineer, you will...

• Lead administration of Linux and Windows systems in secure, mission-critical environments.
• Provide Tier II/III technical support, resolving hardware, software, and user issues through ticket closure.
• Manage server, storage, and virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM).
• Install, configure, harden, and patch systems in compliance with DoD STIGs and security policies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and perform root cause analysis.
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations.
• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and related tools.
• Maintain system documentation, configuration baselines, and CM/RM artifacts.
• Lead system modernization, deployments, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Partner with cybersecurity, network, and development teams to ensure secure, reliable operations.
• Support security audits, incident response, and operational readiness.

Systems Engineer Qualifications...

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP+, CISSP).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS) and Windows Server platform system administration.
• Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM) and management tools.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with STIG compliance, system hardening, ACAS scans, and RMF processes.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking, identity/access management, and storage concepts.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, document, and lead systems-related projects independently.
• Experience supporting IC or DoD classified environments.

Additional Skills We'd Like to See:

• Experience supporting our customer or GEOINT missions.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and pipelines (Git, Jenkins, Docker, etc.).
• Knowledge of enterprise backup solutions, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and PKI.

Who we are:

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi) is a fast-paced small business that has the environment and culture of a start-up, with the stability and benefits of a well-established firm. We solve complex problems within geospatial software development and national defense to make an Immediate Impact for our nation’s soldiers and analysts.

We pride ourselves on giving employees an exceptional life experience, where creativity thrives, and challenges are simply part of the fun. We provide truly excellent benefits, including:

• 100% paid employee healthcare & dental insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with matching
• Escalating vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development training
• Free beverages and snacks
• Weekly catered lunches and breakfast on Fridays

Grow to be our next leader:

At RGi, fostering a strong and organic corporate culture is paramount and serves as a compass on the decisions we make and how we operate the company. We believe our culture of camaraderie, innovation, and collaboration reflects the caliber of our employees and their dedication to the mission of providing quality software to our customers. As such, we want our employees to feel empowered to seek growth and leadership opportunities within the company and position us to maintain our culture as we grow. RGi provides opportunities, resources, training, and mentorship to all our employees to let them take control of their careers and become a leader or a crucial member of our company. If this is what you are looking for in a company, then you are what we are looking for in an employee.

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.