Systems Engineer Senior: Central Administration #01625

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DOC Headquarters within the Virginia Department of Corrections seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to deliver quality IT services through architecture, planning, and disciplined project execution.

The role emphasizes systems deployment, configuration, maintenance, and ongoing enhancements across lab and crime lab applications, with strong focus on security, performance, and collaboration with teams and customers.

Qualifications

• Experience with SDLC and release management best practices.
• Linux/Windows server administration experience with secure configurations.
• MS SQL Server administration and ASP.NET support experience.
• Patch management, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality IT services through systems architecting and planning.
• Lead project initiation, business analysis, and requirements definition.
• Design, develop, implement, and maintain systems and applications.
• Provide production support and ensure secure server operations.

Skills

Systems architecting

Business analysis

Project initiation

Communication skills

Tools

Windows Server administration

Linux administration

IIS/web server administration

MS SQL Server administration

ASP.NET support

Patch management

Backup/DR/BC

Security protocols

Security logs monitoring

Job description

Title

Systems Engineer Senior: Central Administration #01625

State Role Title

Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range

$90,758 - $149,749

Pay Band

6

Agency

Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location

DOC Headquarters

Agency Website

www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is a member of the Office of Law Enforcement Services Unit. The primary objective of this position within the Information Technology Unit (ITU) is to deliver quality services through effective systems architecting and planning, project initiation, business analysis, requirements definition, systems design, systems development, systems implementation, on-going maintenance and enhancement, effective problem identification and resolution, production service and support, and systems administration support tasks to ensure computer applications will assist the Virginia Department of Corrections (DOC) in achieving its day-to-day mission.

This position is responsible for the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of all Office of Law Enforcement Services (OLES) crime lab developed and supported applications and systems. This includes software release, configuration management, server administration, and database administration duties. The incumbent participates in teams and maintains positive, professional relationships with colleagues and customers. The incumbent demonstrates initiative, timeliness, professional self-development, and strong oral and written communications skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience with Software Development Life Cycle and release management best practices. Experience with industry best practices of the following domains: Windows Server operating system administration, Linux operating system administration, IIS or comparable web server administration, MS SQL Server or comparable database system administration, and ASP.NET application support. Installation and Configuration of Secure Server Systems, System Upgrades and Patch Management, Backup, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity, Implement stringent security protocols aligned with law enforcement standards, including encryption, access controls, and audit logging. Continuously monitor server performance and security logs to detect and respond swiftly to any anomalies or potential cyber threats.

Additional Considerations

Intermediate to expert level proficiency of the minimum requirements listed above. Experience with Crime Analysis systems.

Background Investigation Requirements

• All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
• Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
• Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
• Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
• VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
• VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
• Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Inclusion and Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised

18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close

02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]