Systems Integration Engineer

Kinsley Power Systems; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums

Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave

401K plan with Employer Match

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems is looking for an IT professional in Fort Meade, Maryland. The role involves managing enterprise computer systems and networks while ensuring security and operational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have strong network administration skills, experience with Linux, and must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Competitive salary range is $125,000 - $165,000, along with potential bonuses and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• 5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• IAM Tier 1 certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise computer systems and networks.
• Analyze technical issues and develop solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies for Agency standard solutions.

Skills

Network or system administration experience

Strong Linux experience

Experience supporting hardware installation

Knowledge of Unix shell scripting languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

nginx

Docker

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Required Clearance Level TS/SCI with Polygraph

Would you like to perform rewarding work while contributing to the success of an established, growing company? Navstar is an award-winning organization that has a proven track record of successfully providing IT services and solutions both as a prime and sub‑contractor on mission‑focused IT programs. Our employees are integral players in support of mission‑critical programs focused on our National Security.

Role Description:

Actively manage enterprise computer systems and networks, analyzing technical issues, and developing and implementing corrective actions. Observe and interpret visual outputs indicating the operating status of systems and network components for designated computer network infrastructure. Translate user requests into technical diagnoses, then apply diagnoses to develop technical solutions to meet user needs. Develop strategies to migrate existing customers to new architecture/technology with minimal impact. Evaluate new technologies or equipment that can be added to Agency standard solutions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• To be eligible for this position you must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Must have experience in network or system administration. Strong Linux experience. Experience in systems/network administration, application administration, and/or information technology support or management. Experience supporting hardware installation, such as servers and network infrastructure. Experience setting up storage such as network‑attached storage. Experience implementing security best practices to include PKI certificate generation, deployment and maintenance. Knowledge of Unix shell scripting languages like Bash, Bourne, or C.
• Bachelor's degree plus 5‑years of relevant experience or equivalent. Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Tier 1 certification.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience deploying and maintaining nginx. Familiarity with Docker and RedHat Satellite. Familiarity with cloud computing environments like AWS.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) products like Terraform, SALT and Ansible as well as system monitoring platforms like Prometheus and Grafana.
• Experience with SELinix and FIPS.

Pay Rate:

In compliance with Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work law, the annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000. This range represents the base pay for this role and is provided in accordance with Maryland’s requirements to disclose compensation in job postings. Please note that actual compensation may vary based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market conditions. In addition to base salary, candidates hired into this position may be eligible for a hiring bonus of $10,000.00, subject to applicable contingencies and Navstar policy.

About Navstar

For 20 years Navstar has provided high‑quality Innovative Technology Services and Solutions throughout the Intelligence Community. We would not have achieved the success we have without the best AllStar team; this is not just a place to work, Navstar is a community. At Navstar everything we do revolves around listening to both our customers and employees, delivering the results they expect, and being a trusted partner as both a prime and subcontractor. We have a proven track record of successfully providing innovative technology services and solutions on highly mission‑focused programs; all while enjoying what we do at the same time. Security is our priority; together, we will make the nation a safer place.

Benefits at Navstar

• Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums, including 100% employer paid for employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave
• Employer Paid STD/LTD
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K plan and Employer Match
• Referral and Opportunity Referral Programs
• Professional Development Assistance

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Navstar, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious beliefs, national origin, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.