Systems Engineer

Leidos Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos Inc is looking for a skilled Systems Engineer to join their Security and Engineering Programs in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will integrate systems and manage IT service functions, ensuring mission readiness.

The role requires strong Windows Server knowledge, technical problem-solving, and the ability to work flexible hours with occasional travel. A Bachelor's degree with relevant experience is required, along with interim Top-Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BS degree with 8 years or Master's with 6 years of experience.
• Interim Top-Secret clearance required.
• Experience with Windows Server administration tools.

Responsibilities

• Integrate new systems into the production environment.
• Manage change controls in IT Service Management Tool.
• Develop technical solutions for complex issues.

Skills

Windows Server administration

RHEL troubleshooting

AWS virtualization

Docker configuration

Database management

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ServiceNow

Network Monitoring tools (OpManager, Solarwinds)

Ticket tracking system (Remedy, ServiceNOW)

Job description

Description

The Leidos Security and Engineering Programs (SEP) is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Center for Information Systems Security (CISS) program. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours in Washington DC with as‑needed travel to Chantilly, VA (under 25%).

Work Schedule is as follows:

Monday thru Friday: 2PM-10:30PM

Primary Responsibilities

1. Performs the integration of new COTS/GOTS systems (network equipment, servers, workstations, etc) into the production environment, responsible for ensuring mission readiness.
2. Manages change controls for documentation within an IT Service Management Tool (ITSM) and Configuration Management database (CMDB) and performs corrective action on any discrepancies or findings.
3. Develops technical solutions and resolves complex user, computer, server, network, appliance, and application issues. Independently and consistently records, manages, and updates these solutions in a knowledge database and ticketing system.
4. Reviews data from a DoD Network Monitoring System. Reviews historical data and proactively audits systems to ensure they meet program requirements. Assesses and remediates risks and incidents.
5. Once trained on the program specific equipment, the candidate will be relied on as an expert in their AOR, and will be expected to analyze issues, make remediation recommendations to management, and subsequently carry out those remediation processes.
6. Ability to create technical documentation (SOP's, KBA's, etc) to help junior staff members reduce escalation numbers.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience. A High School diploma with an additional 2 years' relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Interim Top-Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain a Final Top Secret.
• Experienced with the following Windows Server administration tools: WSUS, Group Policy, Active Directory, RDP, DNS, DHCP.
• Mid-to-High Level RHEL troubleshooting.
• Low-to-Mid Level Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022/2025 troubleshooting.
• GOTS/COTS application, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Industrial computer and Dell systems installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Tier 3 Systems Administrator support.
• The candidate should be a proactive leader and team player with strong communication, management, analytical, and problem solving skills; proven ability to thrive in environments that constantly embraces new technology.
• AWS virtualization, networking configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Docker configuration and troubleshooting.
• Database installation, configuration, and troubleshooting (Postgre, MariaDB, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Lifecycle management experience (PC Imaging & Disposition).
• Knowledge of Network Monitoring tool management such as OpManager, Solarwinds, PRTG.
• ServiceNow On-Premise application and database server experience.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Infrastructure equipment troubleshooting such as Tripplite or Eaton UPS', Fiber and/or Ethernet installation/termination, and electronic testing and metering equipment.
• Ticket tracking system experience (i.e. Remedy, ServiceNOW, SharePoint).
• Prior experience in a Network Operations Center environment or Tier 3 Helpdesk.
• Basic Juniper and Palo Alto Tier 1 troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with CMD/Terminal/PowerShell/other CLI

Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.