Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

CertiPath; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Life/AD&D

Short/Long Disability

Unlimited PTO

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

CertiPath is seeking a Systems Engineer to install, integrate, and support our high‑assurance identity and access solutions for clients. The role emphasizes Windows, PKI, and AD, with on-site work in the Washington, DC area and remote support as deployments mature.

We value engineers who can troubleshoot complex environments, document requirements, and collaborate with product teams. A hybrid schedule is expected, with travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of total experience including 4+ years in engineering/operations on Windows.
• Experience with PKI and Windows smart card technology.
• Experience with on-site and virtual engagements with customers.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Install, integrate, and support high-assurance identity and access solutions.
• Participate in client demonstrations, requirements gathering, and fit-gap analyses.
• Configure and troubleshoot Windows servers, AD, PKI, and related components.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure acceptance testing and implementation assurance.
• Provide best-practice guidance and document user workflows and needs.

Skills

PKI

Windows administration

Active Directory

Linux servers

Kubernetes (optional)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Windows Server

AD integration

Job description

Looking for stability with the freedom to innovate? At CertiPath you can have both while making the world more secure and simplifying access processes. We are seeking a Systems Engineerto deliver outstanding IT implementation and operations to our clients by installing, integrating, and supporting our high-assurance digital identity and access solutions and working to ensure that our products and services exceed our clients’ expectations. Join our team, make a difference, and crush your goals at CertiPath.

I’ve never heard of CertiPath. What do you do?

CertiPath is a trusted leader in high-assurance digital identity and access management solutions. Since 2004, we have helped commercial organizations and government agencies modernize how people securely access facilities, networks, and critical resources. With the stability of an established company and the agility of a growing technology business, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. Our mission is simple: enable secure, trusted access in an increasingly connected world.

What will my responsibilities include as System Engineer at CertiPath?

• You’ll work in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment solving complex technical problems that span software and systems.
• Integrating the solution with Microsoft Active Directory, Certificate Authorities, Exchange, SQL Server, and Physical Access Control Systems (PACS)
• Supporting client acceptance testing and performing implementation assurance
• Leading or participating in client demonstrations, requirements gathering, prototyping sessions, and fit-gap analysis
• Documenting user needs, workflows, and recommended implementation approaches
• Troubleshooting deployed solutions using logs, database records, Windows events, and networking tools
• Providing best‑practice guidance on leveraging out‑of‑the‑box functionality to meet federal high‑assurance security requirements
• Relaying customer feedback to the software development team
• Engaging with clients primarily in the Washington, D.C. area, with heavier on‑site presence early for installs and deployments that later transitions to remote support via MS Teams; travel outside the D.C. area up to 10% as the company expands

Location

• Reston, VA (HQ) – Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week

What qualifications do you look for?

• U.S. citizenship and an active Public Trust
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6 years of total experience, including at least 4 years of engineering or operations experience managing and supporting applications in a Windows environment
• Experience performing on‑site and virtual engagements with external customers
• Experience with PKI and federal smart card technology (smart card enablement, Windows smart card logon)
• Windows administration (IIS, Windows Server) and Microsoft Active Directory integration
• Experience supporting network, operating systems, database, applications, or data layers across multiple platforms and technologies
• Experience installing and configuring Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, servers, and services (physically and cloud)
• Familiarity with SQL database usage
• A demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and solve challenging problems

We’re extra impressed by folks who have:

• An active government clearance
• 3+ years of information security experience
• Experience deploying or supporting applications on Kubernetes
• Hands‑on experience with installing or operating PACS in a federal environment
• Fundamental understanding of OAuth2 and modern authentication/authorization flows
• PACS certification (Lenel OnGuard, Software House CCURE 9000, etc.)
• Experience using Unified Modeling Language to capture business processes
• IT Security certification (Security+, CISSP, CSEIP, CSCIP/G)

What kind of benefits does CertiPath offer?

At CertiPath, we value trust, flexibility, and investing in our people. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can do meaningful work, continue to grow, and enjoy life outside of work.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage (including domestic partner coverage).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options, 401(k) with a generous company match, company‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability.
• Unlimited PTO, seven company holidays, & a company‑wide week‑long break at the end of each year, flexible working hours that support work‑life balance.
• LifeMart employee discount program.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing learning support.

CertiPath is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.