Systems Engineer, VDI (SQL Server and Windows Server) w/Secret Clearance

TekSynap; Fort Belvoir (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TekSynap is seeking a Systems Engineer, VDI (SQL Server and Windows Server) for the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture Support Services task order. The role is remote/off-site with potential on-site SIPRNet work and requires a current DoD/IC and federal-facing background. The position is designated Key Personnel.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an Active Secret clearance and be available to start December 1, 2026 if TekSynap wins the award.

Qualifications

• Five years of systems engineering experience and five years of SQL Server experience.
• Experience with Windows Server 2016 and a current Microsoft certification.
• Experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments (DoD/IC/federal civilian).
• Willing to sign a Letter of Commitment for the proposal and start December 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain the Windows Server and SQL Server back end that supports DLA's Citrix VDI environment.
• Support Citrix and Azure engineering tasks, including builds, upgrades and integration.
• Patch and harden servers and databases to STIG and IAVM requirements.
• Automate recurring engineering and reporting tasks.
• Troubleshoot escalated VDI infrastructure issues and support root cause analysis.
• Maintain engineering documentation and change requests through the DLA change process.

Skills

Systems engineering

SQL Server

Windows Server 2016

Microsoft certification

DoD/federal experience

Letter of Commitment

Security clearance

Remote work readiness

Tools

Citrix VDI

Azure

Active Directory

Exchange

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Systems Engineer, VDI (SQL Server and Windows Server) to join our team supporting the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture (EIA) Support Services task order under JETS 2.0 in an off-site (remote) location.

TekSynap is competing to support the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture Division and Zero Trust PMO within DLA Information Operations (J6/J64) on a JETS 2.0 firm fixed price task order starting December 1, 2026. The task order combines four branches into one team: Directory Services (Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, Exchange), Enterprise Infrastructure Application Support (Citrix VDI), Enterprise Software and Mobility (MDM), and Zero Trust Architecture support. Work spans NIPRNet, SIPRNet and cloud environments at DLA sites nationwide. This position is designated Key Personnel. The candidate selected for the proposal provides a resume and current certifications, signs a Letter of Commitment with TekSynap, and must be available to start December 1, 2026 if TekSynap wins.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• Five years of systems engineering experience and five years of SQL Server experience
• Experience with Windows Server 2016 and a current Microsoft certification
• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
• Willing to sign a Letter of Commitment for the proposal and available to start December 1, 2026

Certifications

• Citrix CCA-V or CCP-V certification, and AZ-104 or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (both required)
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II baseline certification
• Computing environment certification from the current DLA approved Computing Environment Certification List

Clearance

• Active Secret clearance; position designated IT-I Critical Sensitive

Responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain the Windows Server and SQL Server back end that supports DLA's Citrix VDI environment
• Support Citrix and Azure engineering tasks, including builds, upgrades and integration
• Patch and harden servers and databases to STIG and IAVM requirements
• Automate recurring engineering and reporting tasks
• Troubleshoot escalated VDI infrastructure issues and support root cause analysis
• Maintain engineering documentation and change requests through the DLA change process

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting SQL Server for Citrix site databases

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Off-site (remote or contractor site); on site at a DLA site as needed for SIPRNet work
• Type of environment: Remote or contractor site, with on-site work at DLA as needed
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Day shift, Monday through Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10% (the task order does not fund travel; on-site SIPRNet work as needed)

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret clearance

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).

Additional Job Information

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.