Systems Engineer SME (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

GCI Incorporated; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI Incorporated in McLean, VA is seeking a SME Systems Engineer to support mission-critical data analytics, software development, cyber operations, and targeting; you will work with diverse teams to design, implement and optimize complex IT systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with Windows, Linux/UNIX servers, cloud environments (C2E), multi-system environments, and strong communication. Applicants must be a US citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Qualifications

• Experience with server technologies (MVS, Linux, UNIX) and Windows OS.
• Experience in Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) setup and management.
• Ability to work in multi-system environments and support storage, databases, and hardware.
• Proven ability to plan, diagnose, and solve complex technical problems.
• Strong written and oral communication for technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support data analytics and software development environments.
• Collaborate with system developers to elicit requirements and plan projects.
• Monitor and apply organizational standards for configurations and security.

Skills

Windows Server Admin

Cloud familiarity

Linux

UNIX

Windows

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Requirements gathering

Tools

MVS

C2E

Job description

GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry. At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a SME Systems Engineer, a typical day will include the following duties:

Required Skills And Demonstrated Experience

• Windows System Engineer/Server Administrator/familiarity w/Cloud.
• The candidate shall have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated experience with server technologies, MVS (multiple virtual storage), Linux, UNIX, and Windows technology and operating systems.
• Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) and supported utility and security applications.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and managing servers in Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E).
• Demonstrated experience working in a multi-system and multi-application environment with multiple specialties such as operating systems, e-mail, database platforms, storage technologies, and hardware support.
• Demonstrated experience working with network requirements to anticipate impact on respective operating systems.
• Demonstrated experience understanding organizational standards for operating configurations, security constraints, and procedures for managing organization software.
• Demonstrated experience problem solving, to include independent diagnoses and resolving complex technical problems.
• Demonstrated experience using analytical planning and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of project management techniques to plan and execute projects.
• Demonstrated experience using strong oral and written communication skills in order to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working independently on routine tasks.
• Demonstrated experience working as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience working with system developers to elicit requirements and engage in joint project planning.
• Demonstrated experience tracking requirements.
• Demonstrated experience researching the latest technological developments in the relevant operating systems to identify impact on organization operating systems and to anticipate changes.

Highly Desired Skills And Demonstrated Experience

• Demonstrated experience working with internal business partners to elicit requirements.

A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans