IT Systems Engineer 5 - Annapolis Junction, MD

M.C. Dean, Inc • Annapolis Junction , MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking an IT Systems Engineer 5 to join its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The role supports teams that design, engineer, integrate, operate, and maintain electronic security services and IT systems for federal, local, and commercial customers. These systems include intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, perimeter defense, and command and control systems.

The position drives architectural frameworks for large, complex, resilient systems and provides technical direction for requirements development, design, engineering, configuration, integration, and testing of hardware and software components. The engineer assesses and develops solutions for upgrades, lifecycle refreshes, migrations, and new deployments; researches and prototypes integrated capabilities with industry partners and OEMs; and supports secure, reliable system operations throughout the system lifecycle. The role interacts with Government stakeholders on technical considerations and issues, and helps maintain the technical integrity of system baselines.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or computer science discipline and at least 10 years of progressive experience, including at least four years providing system solutions for physical security systems and IT solutions. An active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance and eligibility for access to classified information are required. The role is based in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The stated pay range is USD $150,000–$200,000 per year.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance; applicants must meet government security investigation and U.S. citizenship eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline, with 10 or more years of progressive experience.
• At least four years of experience providing system solutions for physical security systems and IT solutions.
• Experience eliciting requirements, researching, designing, testing, and implementing hardware and software solutions for data center and virtual infrastructure technologies.
• Strong engineering experience with VMware ESXi and vSphere; Microsoft Windows Server deployment and administration; Microsoft Windows deployment and administration; DNS, DFS, and DHCP; WSUS and KMS; Active Directory and Group Policy; and PKI and Certificate Authorities.
• Experience virtualizing enterprise applications, such as Active Directory, MS SQL, RHEL, and MS SharePoint.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining secure and reliable solutions that meet organizational cybersecurity and information assurance requirements.
• Experience with API management and scripting languages, including PowerShell, Python, JSON, or Bash.
• Meet DoD 8570 IAT Level-II requirements.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills, including experience communicating directly with customer leadership and technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio skills.
• Experience with Microsoft SCCM and Operating System Deployment (OSD).
• Experience administering OCSP, such as Axway Validation Authority or Microsoft OCSP Responder.
• Experience troubleshooting and optimizing McAfee security products, including Endpoint Security, DLP, and HIPS.
• Large on-premise storage engineering and administration experience with platforms such as 3PAR, NetApp, Dell/EMC, or Pure Storage.
• Experience designing and deploying SQL database infrastructure, such as Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience engineering and implementing data center and campus area networks and security stacks.
• Experience engineering and implementing platforms and services in a software-defined network environment.
• Experience with DoD IT security requirements, including DISA STIG/SRGs.
• Understanding of Department of Defense standards and best practices.
• Vendor certifications in VMware, Cisco, Microsoft, NetApp, or similar technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with automating and optimizing engineering processes.
• Conduct systems engineering assessments for upgrades, improvements, lifecycle refreshes, migrations, and new deployments; develop conceptual designs, implementation work breakdown structures, planning estimates, feasibility studies, and alternative approaches.
• Research, prototype, and develop integrated system capabilities with industry partners and OEMs to address emerging customer needs.
• Identify and document operational, functional, and technical requirements.
• Develop system architecture and design documentation, verification test plans, and technical implementation plans.
• Incorporate new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations.
• Interact with Government stakeholders regarding systems engineering considerations and related problems, issues, or conflicts.
• Conduct configuration and development activities.
• Lead or conduct testing against established test plans.
• Participate in interface definition, design, and configuration changes among affected groups throughout the system lifecycle.
• Review and provide input to program and contract work breakdown structures, work packages, and integrated master schedules.
• Review and/or approve systems engineering documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with system needs.
• Support management and maintain the technical integrity of the system baseline as changes occur through development, deployment, operations, and maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k Retirement Plan.
• Military Reserve pay offset.
• Paid maternity leave.
• Professional and technical training programs, including leadership training.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership and local office management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior