Systems Engineer DOD Skillbridge Corporate Fellowship Program

Noblis; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking a Systems Engineer for the DOD SkillBridge program, based on-site at NIWC PAC in San Diego. You will support installation, configuration, integration, and validation of enterprise systems for Navy platforms, working with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and cyber professionals.

The role emphasizes adherence to DoD security standards, PITCO procedures, and Navy network architecture. Active duty eligibility and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Active duty service member eligible for DOD SkillBridge.
• Secret clearance required (US citizen).
• Proficient in virtualization (VMware ESXi, vSphere).
• Experience with Windows and Linux system configuration.
• Knowledge of network security principles per DoD IA/RMF.
• Familiarity with Navy IT environments and CICD/doc workflows.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure mission systems across UNCLASS, SECRET, and SR enclaves per Navy pipelines.
• Perform pre-deployment validations including GAT and FAT.
• Integrate and configure core infrastructure components (servers, switches, routers, VTC, EPP).
• Apply STIGs and DoD security baselines for secure configurations.
• Manage enterprise services and monitoring tools (WSUS, SCOM, MECM, SIEM, ACAS).
• Provide end-user provisioning, imaging, and configuration documentation.

Skills

VMware ESXi

vSphere

Windows

Linux

Cybersecurity

Documentation

Education

CompTIA Security+

DoD 8570‑compliant certification

Tools

CANES

ADNS

STIG compliance

Job description

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking qualified military members who are eligible to participate in the DOD Skillbridge as a Systems Engineer. This is a program is an initiative to help transitioning active-duty people to find meaningful employment opportunities and preparing them for the civilian workforce. The Corporate Fellowship Program is 90 - 120 days and involves hands‑on experience and training. Supervisors and mentors share their experience and knowledge and provide feedback.

Position Overview

As a Systems Engineer, you will provide direct support for the installation, configuration, integration, and validation of enterprise‑class software and hardware systems across U.S. Navy platforms. This role is critical to enabling warfighter readiness and advancing fleet modernization initiatives. You will operate on‑site at Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC PAC) within the Naval Integration and Engineering Facility (NIEF), collaborating with a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and cybersecurity professionals. Your efforts will directly contribute to platform certification and mission readiness by executing structured Pre‑Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO) procedures in accordance with Navy configuration control and cybersecurity compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure mission systems across UNCLASS, SECRET, and SR enclaves’ environments in accordance with approved Navy CICD pipelines and TDPs, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and operational readiness standards.
• Conduct pre‑deployment system validations, including Government Acceptance Testing (GAT) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), to verify hardware integrity and operational conformity with established technical baselines.
• Execute system integration and configuration for core infrastructure components, including servers, network switches, routers, VTC endpoints, and endpoint protection platforms, ensuring secure and resilient system performance.
• Enforce cybersecurity compliance through the application of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and associated hardening frameworks to establish secure baseline configurations in alignment with DoD IA standards.
• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise‑level services and monitoring systems, including Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), System Center Operations Manager (SCOM), Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), Navy Continuous Validation Infrastructure (NCVI), and Cross Domain Solution Architectures (CDSA).
• Perform end‑user system provisioning to include imaging, system state snapshots, and creation of final configuration documentation to support delivery of integrated capability packages.
• Maintain direct coordination with system engineers and cyber specialists, adhering to documented Navy network architecture standards, software deployment procedures, and configuration management protocols.
• Noblis uses the Hiring Our Heroes to help facilitate the DOD Skillbridge Program.

Potential candidates: former enlisted or officer personnel with Navy IT, IS, or possibly Electronics Technician backgrounds (e.g., NEC 2790, 2780, 2735, 2710).

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current active duty service member eligible to participate in the DOD Skillbridge Program.
• Secret clearance required (US citizen).
• Demonstrates operational proficiency in virtualization technologies, including VMware ESXi and vSphere environments, with working knowledge of both Windows and Linux system configuration in support of multi‑domain network operations.
• Applies foundational and advanced network security principles, including access control, segmentation, and secure configuration practices, in accordance with DoD Information Assurance (IA) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidelines.
• Exhibits high attention to operational detail, ensuring accuracy in technical execution and compliance with configuration baselines; maintains thorough and mission‑relevant documentation in alignment with Navy standard operating procedures (SOPs) and configuration management policies.
• Executes tasks within structured, procedural frameworks, demonstrating discipline in adherence to established checklists, TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and documented engineering workflows.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of a SkillBridge internship at NIWC PAC or equivalent Navy IT environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Navy IT systems or shipboard network integration.
• Knowledge of CICD documentation, STIG compliance, and system administration principles.
• CompTIA Security+ or DoD 8570‑compliant certification.
• Experience with CANES, ADNS, or tactical afloat networks.
• Familiarity with NIWC PAC lab environments and configuration management.
• Military job code similar to NAVY IT1 or IT2.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors.

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements. Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract‑specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on‑call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Bi.