System Engineer 1

General Dynamics Information Technology•Annapolis Junction, MD

2d•$160,650 - $217,350•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is hiring a Systems Engineer Principal to support enterprise IT and mission operations. The role focuses on Linux systems administration, operational automation, security compliance, basic Cisco switch configuration, containerization, and maintaining technical documentation. The position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, requires U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret SCI clearance with polygraph, and has no travel requirement. The posting lists 40 scheduled hours per week and a likely salary range of $160,650–$217,350, with actual compensation dependent on experience, location, and contractual requirements. GDIT describes its work as mission-focused and offers career growth resources, internal mobility support, benefits and wellness packages, competitive pay, paid time off, and a military-friendly workplace. The hiring process includes biometric identity verification, and candidates should expect to be on camera during virtual interviews.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
The job qualifications section states 7+ years of related experience; the job description also states 8+ years of related experience.
Proficiency using the Linux command-line interface and Linux tools.
Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems.
Experience developing Bash or Python automation scripts.
Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements.
Familiarity with basic Cisco switch configuration.
Familiarity with Docker, Podman, and containerd or similar containerization technologies.
Experience creating, maintaining, and updating technical documentation.
Top Secret SCI clearance with polygraph.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering Windows systems.
Experience with NetApp storage devices.
Experience with virtualization technologies, including vSphere/vCenter.
Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

Administer Linux systems.
Develop Bash or Python automation scripts to streamline operational and maintenance tasks.
Ensure systems comply with the Agency’s STE/STN security requirements and established policies.
Perform basic Cisco switch configuration.
Create, maintain, and update clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation.

Benefits

Medical plan options, including some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental and vision plan options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and other leave plans.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
Career growth and learning resources.
Internal mobility support.
Wellness packages.
Competitive pay.