Systems Engineer III

Invictus International; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International, a Red River company, seeks a Systems Engineer III in Colorado Springs to lead requirements analysis, system design, and full lifecycle engineering for high‑security environments. You will guide architecture, integration, and documentation, while mentoring staff and aligning with DoD/IC security standards.

Candidates should have TS/SCI with CI polygraph eligibility, a strong track record in cloud, IaC, and DevOps, plus demonstrated independent leadership on complex

Qualifications

• Experience across the systems engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, testing).
• Direct experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and Configuration as Code (Ansible); CI/CD (GitLab CI).
• Containerization/orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm).
• Server deployment, domain management, and system integration.
• Scripting/automation (Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Secrets management and secure system design.
• Ability to produce technical docs, SOPs and architecture diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of user requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures.
• Provide technical leadership across the full systems engineering lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, engineering documentation, and plans.
• Guide requirements development, feasibility studies, and trade-off analyses.
• Direct and support system integration, interface definition, and end-to-end analysis.
• Develop and support modern infrastructure solutions including cloud, servers, and DevOps.
• Develop scripting solutions to automate operations and improve efficiency.
• Ensure secure system design and compliance alignment.
• Communicate with government stakeholders and senior executives; provide status reporting.
• Maintain technical integrity and mentor staff; stay current with emerging tech.

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google)

CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI)

Containerization (Kubernetes/Docker Sw

Scripting (Bash/PowerShell/Python)

Security & compliance

Technical documentation

Leadership / independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

GitLab CI

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Kubernetes

Docker Swarm

Job description

Title: Systems Engineer III

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Description

Invictus, a Red River company, delivers technology and services supporting government and national security missions. We combine cleared mission expertise with enterprise engineering, technology partnerships and large-program execution in support of advanced modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence and systems integration. Our teams support complex operational environments across the U.S. and around the world, helping customers strengthen resilience, accelerate mission outcomes and deploy capabilities that meet demanding mission requirements. Learn more at www.InvictusIC.com.

Job Details

• Lead analysis of user requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures to develop requirements and drive system design, development, integration, and implementation
• Provide technical leadership across the full systems engineering lifecycle, including architecture development, system design, integration, testing, and operational transition
• Develop and maintain system architecture, engineering documentation, and plans (SEMPs, integration/test plans, SOPs, security documentation, and architecture diagrams)
• Guide requirements development, feasibility studies, and trade-off analyses to optimize system performance across the lifecycle
• Direct and support system integration, interface definition, and end-to-end analysis, including resolution of complex hardware/software issues and vendor coordination
• Develop and support modern infrastructure solutions, including:
  • Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Server deployment and domain management
  • Containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm)
  • Design and implement automation and DevOps solutions, including:
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) with modular design
  • Configuration as Code (Ansible)
  • CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI)
  • Secret management solutions
• Develop and utilize scripting solutions (Bash, PowerShell, Python) to automate operations and improve system efficiency
• Ensure secure system design and compliance alignment, including access control, authentication, and secure communications
• Communicate effectively with government stakeholders, program teams, and senior executives, providing technical guidance and status reporting
• Maintain technical integrity and quality of deliverables, while managing or supporting complex, high-risk programs
• Supervise and mentor technical staff, establishing best practices and state-of-the-art engineering approaches
• Stay current with emerging technologies and drive their evaluation and integration into enterprise environments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Minimum six (6) years of directly related experience
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Systems engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, testing
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and Configuration as Code (Ansible) CI/CD pipeline development (GitLab CI or similar)
  • Containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm)
  • Server deployment, domain management, and system integration
  • Scripting/automation (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
  • Secrets management and secure system design
  • Development of technical documentation, SOPs, and architecture diagrams
• Proven ability to work independently, lead technical efforts, and solve complex problems
• Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and Microsoft Certified Professional (or equivalent) certification
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled