Systems Engineering Specialist

NTT DATA Services; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending or Health Savings

Life and AD&D insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. seeks a Systems Engineering Specialist to join our Newport News, VA team. The role focuses on compliance with DoD regulations, cyber risk identification, and strengthening cybersecurity within a DOD environment.

Daily onsite presence in Newport News, VA is required, with support in a hybrid agile setting. The candidate will lead infrastructure projects, ensure FISMA and STIG compliance, and collaborate across stakeholders while delivering full solutions after proper approvals.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience including planning, deploying and hardening enterprise services.
• IAT II or higher certification.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical leader for system infrastructure projects to plan, deploy, and harden Enterprise Services.
• Ensure system compliance with FISMA regulations, DISA STIGs, and Vulnerability Management Programs.
• Provide expert knowledge for all aspects of system and network configuration and management.
• Participate in hybrid-agile project planning, potentially as Scrum Master.
• Analyze IT environment to detect deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with IT team members and stakeholders to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Perform routine system maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Document system configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain knowledge base.
• Provide mentorship to team members in system engineering and management.

Skills

System engineering

Cybersecurity

FISMA compliance

DISA STIGs

Scrum Master

Hybrid environment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Top Secret clearance

IT certifications

Tools

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

SharePoint

Exchange

PKI

Job description

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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Systems Engineering Specialist to join our team in Newport News, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Engineering Specialist to join our team. As a System Engineering Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with DOD regulations and requirements, identifying potential cyber risks and vulnerabilities, and improving the cybersecurity posture within our DOD environment.This position is located in Newport News, VA and will require daily onsite presence. This position will provide customer support within a Hybrid Agile Enterprise Environment. Candidate should be a "self-starter" with the ability to work independently with little to no oversight. The ability to research problems to develop, present, and implement full solutions after appropriate approval is imperative to the success of this project. The ability to work in a mixed stakeholder environment while maintaining fidelity of information is also required. Exceptional attention to detail and overall organizational abilities are crucial to the success of the project.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the technical leader for system infrastructure projects to Plan, Deploy, and Harden Enterprise Services across multiple projects.
• Ensure system compliance with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) regulations, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Vulnerability Management Programs.
• Provide expert knowledge and support for all aspects of system and network configuration and management.
• Participate in project planning and execution in a hybrid-agile environment, potentially assuming the role of Scrum Master as needed.
• Analyze the IT environment to detect critical deficiencies, and recommend solutions for improvement
• Coordinate with other IT team members and stakeholders, ensuring the successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
• Perform routine system maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Document all system configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, enhancing their understanding and skills in system engineering and management.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience to include:
  • Planning, Deploying, and Hardening any combination of three or more Enterprise Services (e.g. Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Sharepoint, Exchange, Storage Solutions, Hypervisors, SQL, WSUS/SCCM, Image Management, PKI, Fileshare, ect.)
• IAT II or higher certification
• Active Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Microsoft, Vmware, Linux, or other operating system certificate
• Currently active Top Secret clearance.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $75,640 - $113,460. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us .

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