Systems Engineer - Requirements

Peraton; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex systems supporting business operations. The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in systems architecture and troubleshooting, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and security. Responsibilities include establishing traceability of requirements and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
• 5+ years of experience with proven Systems Engineer background.
• Experience with scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement system architecture solutions to meet business needs.
• Conduct research to ensure system requirements are defined and traceable.
• Monitor system performance and ensure availability and reliability.

Skills

Strong knowledge of operating systems

Proficiency in networking protocols

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Education

BA/BS

Masters

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Ansible

Terraform

DOORS

Jama

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance is required.
• BA/BS and 5+ years of experience; Masters and 3+ years of experience; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Proficiency in networking protocols, security principles, and system automation.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
• Strong ability to research, analyze, and document system requirements with traceability.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Experience in virtualization technologies like VMware or Hyper-V.
• Understanding of database management and storage solutions.
• Background in cybersecurity and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).
• Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, etc.).

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex systems that support our business operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems architecture, troubleshooting, and optimization, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and security. A key aspect of this role is researching and ensuring traceability of requirements, ensuring they are well-documented and met throughout the system lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement system architecture solutions to meet business needs.
• Conduct thorough research to ensure system requirements are clearly defined, traceable, and aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and maintain traceability matrices to track system requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
• Monitor system performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Conduct root cause analysis for system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and enhance existing systems while maintaining compliance with documented requirements.
• Manage system security, including data protection, access controls, and compliance with industry standards.
• Automate system administration tasks and improve efficiency through scripting and other tools.
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams, ensuring best practices in system management.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines, ensuring alignment with documented requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in system engineering.

*Position is contingent upon Spring 2025 contract award*